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Describe your first day at school.

You should say
Where was it?
What happened?
Explain how you felt on that day?
I have been to two schools in my life. My primary school was different
from my secondary school. I have vague remembrances of my primary
school as I was too small then. Here I would like to talk about my
secondary school in which I studied from 6th to 12th class. My school’s
name was SD Model Senior Secondary School.
I vividly remember I was very nervous on the first day. This school was
much bigger than my primary school. I was afraid of getting lost there. I
was a little bit excited also. I just walked inside with the other students
and went where they were going. I was a new face for them, so many
of them were staring at me. I asked one student about where 6th class
was. Coincidently she was also in 6th class. She took me to her class.
That was the beginning of my new friendship. Her name was Harleen,
and till today we are the best of friends. She made me feel very
comfortable. All my nervousness vanished. We attended the classes
before the lunch break, and during recess, she showed me the whole
school.
I was awed by the infrastructure of the school. There were separate
labs for physics, chemistry, and computer science. There was also a
huge library. Badminton and volleyball courts were also there. The
canteen was the most impressive. All the teachers were also very nice.
Part 3
1. Do you think students should be taken to school by their parents or
go by themselves?
Children in primary classes should not go to school by themselves.
Either the parents should drop them, or they should arrange a van or
bus. Children in high school and secondary school can go on their own.
2. Should children rely on their parents or be independent?
Children should rely on their parents till they are studying. Once they
complete their studies, they should start earning and become
independent.
3. How can children become more independent?
Children can become more independent if parents let them take small
decisions on their own when they are very young. If parents allow
children some freedom, then children can become independent very
soon. It also depends on education and job. If children start earning,
they can become independent very soon.
4. What is the effect if parents interfere with children’s life too much?
If parents interfere with children’s lives too much, they either become
rebels or withdraw into a shell and become introverts. Their personality
is snubbed, and they cannot develop to their full potential.
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Describe a time you made a promise to someone.

You should say

Whom did you make the promise to?
What the promise was?
Why you made the promise?
And explain how you felt for it

Well, we often make promises to different people with the intention to

keep the promises. However, sometimes due to uncertain
circumstances, we fail to keep our words.
I would like to share one such experience where I promised my friend
to help, but I couldn’t.
It happened the last month when my needs my friend who was taking
part in a science competition called me. she said that he needs my help
in making a project as she has to make a working model on a science
topic.
Since I had taken part in many competitions like these, and I
straightaway said not to worry, I will help you. In fact, I said to her that I
will come a day prior to your submission will stay overnight at your
place, and during this time, we will complete this project. My friend had
a firm belief in me, and that’s why she was happy to hear, and now we
were supposed to meet teach other on the promised day.
Unfortunately, that day my grandmother fall seriously sick, and I had to
take her to the hospital where she got admitted. Instead of helping my
friend in making the project had to be there with my grandmother to
take care of her all night long. Inevitably, my friend couldn’t complete
her assignment without my help, and she failed.
Part 3
1. Do parents make promises to children?
Yes, parents often make promises to their children. The promises
mainly involve buying new toys or expensive gifts or taking them on
vacations if they score good marks in exams or behave well.
2. Do children also make promises to their parents?
Yes, if parents make promises to their children, they also take a
promise from their children, and they also tell their children they will
fulfill their promise only when they do break their promise and
complete it with full honesty.
OR
Yes, children also make promises to their parents that they will study
and not waste their time. They also promise to behave well in the
absence of parents.
3. Do most people fulfil their promises?
Yes, most people complete their promise. They do it because they want
to establish good examples in front of their children. On the other
hand, due to some reasons, sometimes parents do not fulfill their
promise, but they explain the reason for their children and make sure
that their children would understand their problem.
OR
Unfortunately, many people in India make promises that they know
they cannot fulfil or cannot keep. For example, to meet at a particular
time.
4. How do you feel when others break their promises?
It is a very heart-breaking situation when someone breaks their
promise. Sometimes people are stuck in a problematic situation, so
they do not keep their promise, but some people only make promises,
but they never want to fulfill their promise.
OR
It annoys me when people break their promises. In fact, in India,
promises are frequently made and seldom kept. I believe that we
should not make promises that we cannot keep. We should think
before we make promises.
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Describe a time when you told your friend an important truth.

You should say

Who your friend is?
What was the truth?
What your friend’s reaction was?
Explain why it was important for.

Secrets and lies kill relationships, and it does not matter how careful
you are. Many situations occur in our life in which we have to hide the
truth from our closest ones. Here, I would like to talk about a situation
when I told the truth to my friend.
Who your friend is? and What was the truth?
My friend’s name is
She is my childhood friend.
We live in the same street, that is why we spend much time with each
other.
She is lovely. She always participated in a modeling competition and
won the prize of charming face, but our other classmates/ girls got
jealous because they also participated in the contest, but they never
won any prize.
Last year in February, our school/ college organized an annual modeling
competition. My friend and my other classmates took part in it. My
friend is very innocent; she thinks no one can harm her, but it was not
reality. Before one day of the competition, during the practice of
modeling, two girls opened her bag and cut her footwear heel in that
way; she gets injured when she walks.
Luckily, I recorded all the happening as proof. I did not want to spoil my
friend’s mood, so I quickly went to the shop the bought fevikwik and
fixed her heel. The girls who were broke her footwear heel got shocked
when they saw she walked adequately. She won the prize the next day.
What your friend’s reaction was?
I told her the whole truth the next day of the competition, but she did
not believe me. Then I showed her a recording
After that incident, I suggested to her that do not believe everyone
easily
Explain why it was important for?
It was essential for me to tell my friend the truth because she should
realize that every person is not too right as she is. So she has to be very
careful while making friends.
Part 3
1. Do you think we should tell the truth at all times?
I don’t think telling the truth at all times is a wise choice. I think if the
truth does nothing but hurt a person, I think we should avoid telling the
truth.
OR
Honestly speaking, the fact will earn your respect because it shows you
care for others, but we cannot tell the truth all the time. Sometimes the
truth may hurt the feelings. It doesn’t mean that you told lies to others;
in fact, you can hide the truth for sometimes and speak it later.
2. How do you know when others are telling the truth?
I think it is easy to tell how others are telling the truth from their facial
expressions. For example, people start sweating or avoiding eye contact
when they are lying. However, this might also be sweating due to other
reasons, and thus, it is not easy to determine if people are indeed lying
or just physically uncomfortable.
OR
The signs of honesty, which we’ll get to, are a combination of both
verbal and non-verbal cues. When someone tells you a lengthy,
complete and detailed story, they are likely telling the truth. Moreover,
it is tough for a person to hold eye contact if he/she is speaking lie but a
while speaking the truth, it is effortless. In addition to this , those who
are telling the truth also tend to have a steady speaking voice. Liars
tend to use negative outside forces as excuses truth-tellers are less
likely to do so.

3. Do you think it is important to win the game or follow the rules?

I think the victory would feel hollow if people do not follow the rules. It
would not feel that the victory was deserved. So, although the outcome
is important, following the rules is even more important.
OR
Children learn that they can win without cheating if they are winning by
following the rules. Participating in competitions at school or the
playground can help parents teach their kids about the importance of
teamwork, commitment to a task, cooperation and respect for the
opponent. So, I think to follow the rules are as necessary as winning is
essential.

4. Sometimes, people should tell lies. Do you agree?

Yes, I believe that if the truth serves no purpose but only hurts other
people’s feelings, we should avoid telling the truth. For example, telling
a person just before a party they don’t look good in the dress would
make them uncomfortable and reduce their confidence.
OR
Yes, I agree with that, sometimes people should tell lies. It is good, to
be honest, but it may create problems if a person speaks the truth
because it hurts others’ feelings. But it doesn’t mean that speak lies all
the time, a person should talk about the fact only when the situations
are satiable for it.
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Describe a time when you needed to use your imagination.
You should say:
what the situation was
why you needed to use your imagination
what the difficulties were about it
and explain how you felt about it.
Well, it is very important to make use of our sense of imagination as it
reflects our intelligence as well as creativity. I often make use of this
power and now I would like to talk about a time. when I drew painting
using imagination. Right from my school days, I have a deep interest
towards art and I have taken part in many painting competition at
school level.

When it was?
I vividly remember, when I was in 8th grade 410110 and I fall seriously
sick.j61 was not attending school for a while and during this time my
school organized a painting competition I was completely unawared
about the date of this contest and I had no preparation:. at all. The day
after recovering I went to school.

When you needed to use imagination?

I got to know that the painting competition is going to happen today.
My all friends why were taking part in this competition were quite
confident as they were prepared a they were saying that this time we
are go to beat you because who are not prepared for this contest at all.
How difficult or easy it was?
Well, rather then getting nervous I decided that I will come up
something in my mind and I will make a painting. So the completion
started and all the painters had to come up with a painting in one hour
time. Now this point, I decided I will make a painting of Golden Temple
using my imagination.
Explain how you felt about it?
It’s a beautiful building and I had visited this place few number of times
so, I was quite aware how it looks like. So, now I started painting as I
was visualizing. For example, the sanctum sanctorum the holy pond and
two other things. At the Same time, I painted it with realistic colours.
For example, I choose golden for the prime structure and blue to
represent the water in the pond.
Part 3
1. Do you think adults can have lots of imagination?
I don’t think imagination depends upon age. Both children and adults
can imagine things. The only thing is that children are not restricted by
real-world knowledge in their imagination. So, children can sometimes
imagine completely impossible things.

2. Do you think imagination is necessary for scientists?

I think all scientific discoveries are about looking at something from a
new or different perspective. So, imagination is certainly important for
scientists. Many would have seen an apple fall from a tree before
Newton, but he was the first one to relate it to a force.

3. What kind of jobs need imagination?

I think the biggest field with needs imagination is science. Then,
another field in which I think is being a fantasy author. A fantasy author
basically puts down his imagination on a piece of paper. I think some of
the famous fantasy authors like Tolkien or JK Rowling are some of the
people with an endless imagination.

4. What subjects are helpful for people’s imagination?

I think literature can be very helpful to develop imagination. I
remember reading Alice in Wonderland was so exciting. It was my first
time reading a fantasy novel, and I just couldn’t put it down. After
reading each chapter, I used to think about what would happen next,
and that in turn, was nothing but exercising my imagination.
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Describe a time when you had to wait in a long line.
You should say
When was it?
What was it about?
How long the queue/line was?
How you felt about waiting in this long queue or line?
When was it? and What was it about?
Well, nobody likes to stand and wait in queues but, still There are
always long queues at railway station, airports and other places and let
me share my experience of being in a long queue to buy groceries. It
happened in during the lockdown. AS you know due Covid-19, there
was a complete lockdown all over and only the essential services were
available for limited hours during a day.
How long the queue/ line was?
As a result, there used to be long queues of buyers at grocery stores.
One day, I had to stand in this queue and I can never forget this terrible
experience. This queue was more than 100mtr long as we ha maintain
social distancing. Every person l the queue was standing while
maintaining a social distance of 6 feet.

Usually, people start to interact with others in queues to spend time

but to the gap but here it was not possible due to the gap.
Unfortunately, it was a hot summer day and it was really
uncomfortable to bear the heat standing in the queue. One hour
passed and still there were many ahead of me. I was trying to spend my
time playing games on m mobile but soon my mobile battery got flat.

How you felt about waiting in this long queue or line?

I felt really boil but I could not leave the queue. Finally, after two hours
I reached the counter and purchased essentials. I was lucky because l
was the last person to be served and those who were behind me has to
come again the next day.
Part 3
1. What do people like to do while waiting in line?
There are many things that people do while waiting in line. Some
people like to listen to music, some play mobile games, and some
people just like to talk to others.
2. Do you think patience is important?
 Yes, totally. Being patient helps us to wait for the right opportunity to
do something. Choosing the right moment is really important, because
if you are too reckless and impatient, you are not likely to succeed.
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Describe a short trip that you often take but you do not like.

You should say

Where you go?
Why you go there?
When you go there?
Explain why you do not like this trip?
Where you go? and When you go there?
A short trip that I often and regularly take is a trip to my maternal
grandfather’s home. I love to visit my grandparents, and I look forward
to it, but I dislike the journey and its activities. So it is a trip with a
mixed feeling. I go to a place called _______, which is almost 45
kilometers away from where I live. I go there every fortnight. I stay
there for two days, and I go by public transport.
Why you go there?
I go there by compulsion and by force. I don’t have any choice. I help
my grandparents with banking work, buy groceries and vegetables, and
regularly visit the doctors. I also help them pay their bills and clean
their home. I take them to the park, and we also visit our place of
worship together. I intend to spend quality time with them and help
them in their domestic chores. I enjoy their company a lot.
Explain why you do not like this trip?
I do not like to take these frequent short trips for many reasons.
Although the destination is worth it, the journey is very bumpy. The
road is congested, and the bus stops frequently. It is a sheer waste of
my time. It is also an unnecessary expense. There are lots of
mosquitoes at my grandparent’s home, and I am afraid of that too. I
feel uncomfortable there as I am habituated to sleeping on my bed.
Part 3
1. Do people like to travel abroad?
Yes, people like to travel and explore a lot. Pakistani travelers have
been travelling to various countries in Southeast Asia and Europe for
many centuries. Now the youngsters have more disposable income, so
they make short trips to different countries with their friends.
OR
People are very busy at work. Sometimes, they are frustrated by their
everyday lives , so to get away from their monotonous people’s hustle
and bustle, preferring to travel to foreign countries to enjoy their
holidays. Nowadays youngster not only goes abroad for holidays but
they go there for higher education also.

2. How much time do you think people should spend on a trip abroad?
Well! It depends on the purpose of the trip. Sometimes if it is an
excursion, it can be just two-three days or maybe a week, but when you
have visited a country to study its culture, you may have to stay there
for months. On average, I think two weeks are enough to visit a
country.
OR
Well, it depends upon the time and the reason for a trip. If people go
abroad for holidays then I think one week is enough for it, but if
someone goes to another country for official work then I think two to
three days are enough and for research and study more than two
months people could spend in another nation.

3. Who prefers travelling abroad, the young or the old?

The young and the old both love to travel abroad, provided there are
no health issues for older people, and enough funding for young ones.
In my family, my father makes a trip abroad every year. Sometimes he
visits to meet my siblings residing there and on other occasions just to
see another country. My younger brother also makes frequent trips
abroad. So I think we all love to travel abroad regardless of age.
OR
I think young people love travelling more than older people because
they are physically fit, but older adults suffer from health issues, so
they face problems during travelling. Young people make frequent trips
abroad.

4. Which is better for knowing more about a country travelling or

reading books about it?
There is no better learning than travelling. When you travel to a new
country, you can soak in the culture, learn a language, try the cuisine,
and get a first-hand experience. As compared to this, when you read a
book, you are getting a secondhand experience, and you are visualizing
or imagining the details narrated by another person or another author.
OR
I think travelling is more important than reading books to understand
people and the world/ different countries. A book about another
country only tells you about things such as the country’s history, its
people living style and its culture in a very general way but travelling
gives a real experience.
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Describe an interesting conversation you had with other people.
You should say :

who the person was

where and when you talked with the person
what you talked about with the person
and explain why it was interesting.
I would like to share with you one of the most interesting conversations
I had with my teacher about my choice of a university.

To be honest, at that time, I was so confused with a lot of choices that I

was totally exhausted. It was a tough decision for me because the
university was a turning point for my future career prospect. If I chose
the wrong one, I would waste a lot of time and efforts. The hardest
part, I think, is to balance between my possibility to be admitted and
the suitability between my potentials and the field of the university. I
had chosen a famous and high-ranked university, but I wondered
whether I was qualified enough to register for it.
As it was the first time I had to make such a big decision, I approached a
teacher who was dear to me to ask for some advice as she had a lot of
experience in every field. After listening carefully to my explanation,
she asked me why I chose that university. I told her that I chose the
university because I was impressed with their teaching methods and
extracurricular activities. As their students were highly qualified, I
thought I can establish a good network there and learn a lot from them.
Then, she asked what made me fear this choice, I answered that I
doubted if I was good enough to be admitted. She smiled when I said so
and calmed me down by saying that I was among the outstanding
students she had ever had, and she was extremely confident that I
could meet their requirements. However, she implied that I shouldn’t
worry too much about failure, instead, I should make a concerted effort
to reach the goal I set, thus, in the end, there would be no regrets. Her
words inspired me so much that it released all my fears and worries.
This conversation was interesting to me because apart from positive
advice, she also helped me calm down, thus, made me focus more on
studying to achieve my goals. Then, I got a satisfying result for my
application and had a wonderful university life. Until now, I’m thankful
to her for that interesting conversation.
Part 3
1: What’s the difference between having a conversation with a man
and a woman?
There are no gender differences nowadays.Both,men and women,can
talk equally well on any topic they are interested in,be it sports,or
politics,or fashion.
2 what is the difference between talking on phone and face to face
conversation?
Telephone communication will require greater skill in listening and
interpreting sounds as well as words. Telephone communication will
require greater use of questioning skills than face to face. Need to be
more sensitive towards callers, for example, if a guest asks for
information.
3: why do some people get nervous to when they given a presentation?
The basic reason we get nervous is fear. It is the fear of the unknown
and there are two possible causes of such fear. The first one is the
audience-a group of total strangers. We don't know how they will react
to our speech or presentation.
4: do you think using visual aids while giving presentation are
necessary?
Visual aids are worth including in your presentations because they can
help you explain information more coherently which makes presenting
easier for you and learning easier for the audience. They also help add
variety to your presentation thus making it more interesting for the
audience.
5: why is body language important?
Body language is the range of nonverbal signals that you use to
communicate your feelings and intentions. These include your posture,
facial expressions, and hand gestures. Your ability to understand and
interpret body language can help you to pick up on unspoken issues or
negative feelings in others.
Or
Hence, it's highly important to have proper body movements and
posture while speaking on stage in front of an audience. Body language
is very important in all forms of communication. It helps to break the
barrier of unfamiliarity and helps to form a better connect with the
recipient of information.
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Describe an unforgettable bike(bicycle) trip

You should say

When it was?
Where you went?
What happened during the trip?
How you felt about it?

To live fit and healthy, you need to be physically active. Regular physical
activity can help protect you from serious diseases such as obesity,
heart disease, cancer, mental illness and diabetes. Riding bicycle is one
of the best ways to reduce your risk of health problems.
Cycling is a healthy, low-impact exercise that can be enjoyed by people
of all ages, from young children to older adults. It is also fun, cheap and
good for the environment.
When it was? Today I will talk about a trip on which I went with my
friends five years ago. I was lived in a hostel during college/school
studies. We were three girls who share the room, and each one had
their bicycle, on that we used to go to school because our hostel was
located outside he school/college.
Where you went? During the start of the winter, we decided to go to
Mohali for shopping on bicycles. We took permission from our hostel
warden for an outing on the weekend.
We took all necessary riding gear like gloves, helmets and water
bottles. We started our trip early in the morning.
There were two villages on the way. After half an hour, we stopped
near the first village to rest and had a cup of tea.
What happened during the trip?
We started riding again after 15 minutes.
After covering one kilometre, one of my friend’s cycle stopped because
the cycle chain was broken, luckily it had happened near a workshop.
We went there and asked for help.
The mechanic took 20 minutes and set the chain.We covered a
distance of 18 km within one hour and reached our destination.
How you felt about it? Even though we were all exhausted because we
did not cover the longest distance before that, we enjoyed a lot.
We did the shopping, clicked many pictures and had lunch.
We came back to the hostel at about 4 PM.
Part 3
1. Do people in your country often travel by bike?
Yes, bicycle is the most popular means of transport in my country, as
we are still a developing country. It is difficult for majority of the
population to afford expensive transport mediums like cars or
motorbikes. In fact, the government in our country is also promoting
bicycling as it brings a lot of benefits for the society and our
environment.

2. Which is more convenient, bicycle or a car?

I would say that both of them have their own pros and cons. The car is
obviously more convenient when it comes to driving in harsh weather
or when you have to reach someplace faster but for shorter distances
and especially in congested areas of cities, where the volume of traffic
is really high and parking space limited, bicycle is a better choice.

3. Do you think that children should learn the skills of riding from an
early age?
Yes, I believe that children should definitely start learning how to ride
from an early age. My parents bought me my first cycle when I was 10
years old and it helped me become more confident about myself. I
could go out with my friends on my own and I would say that it also
helps to burn that extra energy when we are young.

4. Do you think cycling is a good way to exercise?

Yes, like I said before it is one of the best ways to exercise and stay fit.
Cycling is not just an exercise for the legs rather it is a complete
cardiovascular workout. Even doctors also advise people to commute
using a bicycle instead of driving in a car. In this way, people, who live a
hectic lifestyle can manage a workout in their schedule without doing
anything extra.
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Describe a time when you were really close to a wild animal
You should say
What it looked like?
Where you saw it?
What it likes to eat or do?
Why you like it?
Well, each and every creature on this planet has its own duties and so
are the animals. They are the essential part of life chain without which
human beings cannot survive. Humanity is hugely dependent on them
directly or indirectly. Working with farm animals or keeping pets at
home is really common but here I would like to talk about a time when I
came extremely close to a wild animal.
My Company had organised a trip to Thekkady in Kerala. On reaching
there, we had boating around a river. While we were on the boat, we
saw beautiful landscapes, tall trees and the whole area was just
splendid. It seemed more like a forest, and suddenly one of my friends
started jumping in joy. We turned towards her and were equally
surprised to see a tiger roaming in the woods. We were at a safe
distance from the bank. So we enjoyed seeing the wild animal without
fear.
It was around 3:00 PM. I was looking keenly into its eyes. Those
powerful ones, capable of nocturnal vision. I’ve watched the tiger
pounce on its prey on the television, but never got a chance to see it
live. It roamed hither and thither and seemed to be searching for
something. Slowly, it came near the water and then went back to the
tall trees. It kept doing the same thing for over three times. Then it sat
down on the grass, opening its mouth wide open. The canines were
very much visible. The yellow and white stripes on it were glistening. It
was such a spectacular sight. Slowly, it got up and moved towards the
tall trees and into the woods. As the boat moved further, we lost sight
of it.
Part 3
1.Besides the animal you just spoke about, what other wild animals are
there in your country (or, around where you live)?
There are many other wild animals in my country such as tigers,
leopards, snakes, camels, deer, giraffes, rhinoceros, lions, hippos,
alligators, crocodiles, monkeys, etc.

2. In general, how do people in your country feel about wild animals?

People have different feelings for wild animals. Some people are scared
of them, some worship them, some like them and especially go to the
zoos to see them. Some even hunt wild animals for their body parts.

3. In general, what is the attitude of people in your country towards

wild animals?
People have different attitudes towards wild animals. Some people are
scared of them, some worship them, some like them and specially go to
the zoos to see them. Some even hunt wild animals for their body
parts.

4. Do you like (all) wild animals? (Why?/Why not?)

Yes, I like all wild animals but from afar. I love to see programs about
wild animals on the Discovery Channel and the National Geographic
Channel and I even enjoy watching them in zoos.

5. In general, do you think people like wild animals?

Yes, I think they do. The Discovery Channel and the National
Geographic Channel are very popular. People even go to zoos to see
them. Whenever I went to any zoo, I see a huge rush of people there.

6. Are there any wild animals that you dislike? Why?

I don’t dislike any wild animal when I see it on TV or in the zoo. But I am
sure, I don’t want to be near any wild animal in reality.

7. What about lions and tigers, do you like them?

After all, they sometimes eat peopleNormally lions and tigers are happy
eating other animals of the wild like the zebras but only when humans
provoke them that they eat them.

8. In your country, are people’s attitudes towards wild animals today

the same as people’s attitudes in the past?
Today, the attitude of people towards wild animals is quite different
than in the past. Earlier people were afraid of wild animals and used to
worship them. They even used to hunt and kill them in great numbers.
However, today people are more aware of the importance of animals.
They want to conserve them. Some societies such as the SPCA (Society
for Prevention of Cruelty to Animals) are taking steps for animal rights.
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Describe your favourite weather
You should say
What kind of weather it is?
When this weather usually occurs?
What you usually do during this weather?
Explain how this weather affects you?
Well, I feel lucky to be living in this part of the country where I enjoy all
the five different seasons in a year: summer, winter, autumn, spring,
and the monsoon.
When this weather usually occurs? However, my favorite season is the
winter season; it lasts for just 2 to 3 months. It starts in November a
continues till January, and it is my favorite due to so many different
reasons.
What kind of weather it is? First of all, generally, the weather remains
scorching, and I anxiously wait for this season because the weather gets
delightful and cold, and I could enjoy wearing the woolen clothes that
are my favorite. Besides, it is also the festival season in my country.
Perhaps most of the important festivals like Diwali, Christmas, New
Year all come during this period.
What you usually do during this weather? I always have a lot of fun
and enjoyment with my family and friends, at the same time, this
season is the wedding season too, so people often organize parties and
weddings at this time, so I often get invited to different parties and
have much fun, yet another fact is that I could also enjoy traveling
during this time.
Explain how this weather affects you? Because I get the Christmas
holidays and this is the best time to visit the Shimla, which is hardly
200kms from my home town, and there I could enjoy the snowfall as
well. Another reason I like winter is that I enjoy outdoor activities,
especially sports, and enjoy my favorite food items that are only
available at this time of the year. However, people Face few troubles at
this time of the year; for example, there is always a very dense fog that
often becomes the reason for road accidents. Moreover, the days are a
little dull and gloomy, and people lethargic and find it difficult to get
out of their beds.
Part 3
1.Do you often pay attention to the weather forecast? (Why?/Why
not?)
Yes, I pay attention to the weather forecast on a regular basis. The
reason is I travel a lot and it becomes necessary to know about the
weather to be prepared in advance. Also, climate change has made the
weather unpredictable. It sometimes rains even in the dry season as
such knowing the weather on a day-to-day basis has become a
necessity.

2. How does the weather (or, the weather forecast) affect what
activities people do?
People prefer to stay indoors on hot sunny days or rainy days and go
out for picnics on pleasant days. Also, there are things we like to eat in
certain weather – for example, fritters on rainy days, ice creams on
warm days, etc. It also affects the clothing patterns. People wear light-
colored loose cotton dresses in summers and dark warm clothes in cold
weather.

3. (Similar to above) How does the weather affect people’s daily lives?

4. Why do some people dislike some kinds of weather?

I think it’s because the weather can limit people’s activities. If the
weather restricts people from enjoying their favorite activity, it can
make them dislike that weather. My friend hates rainy days because he
likes to play cricket and he can’t do that because of the rain.

5. Do people wear different clothes in different types of weather (or,

different seasons)? ( Same as 2)

6. Does the weather have an effect on the economy?

Yes, the weather affects our economy. For example, due to milder
winters, a lot of people from cold northern countries visit us during that
time. Thus it promotes tourism. Also, certain weather like hot sunny
days boosts the earning of local ice cream vendors. Similarly, winters
boost the jackets and sweaters industry.

7. (Similar but different) (In your country), are there any differences in
economic activity in the different seasons?
There are differences in certain economic activities. For example, warm
clothes’ industry gets a boost in the winter season. Similarly, farming is
also dependent upon seasons – certain crops like rice are grown in
summers whereas others like wheat in winters.
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Describe a time when your computer broke down
You should say
When it was?
What you were doing?
What you did about it?
And how you felt about it?
This happened to me about a year ago. Actually, I have two computers.
One is a desktop, and the other is a laptop. My desktop is very old, and
a laptop is brand new.
It so happened that my cousin had to prepare an assignment, and he
asked me for my laptop for a few hours. His computer was not working
very smoothly. Initially, I hesitated to give him because I am very
possessive about it. But then I thought of helping him. So I agreed to
give him.
The next day when he came to pick up the computer, I tried to start it
to show him some unique functions on my computer to make it easier
for him to use. To my surprise, my laptop did not start. I was shocked
and taken aback. I tried hard to restart it, but it was vain. My cousin
was very upset, and first, he thought that I am doing it purposely.
I called the computer technician, and he said he will solve the problem,
but it will take a week. I called my friend, who is a hardware engineer,
and he said the same.
I was helpless because I could not do anything to repair it urgently. I
was disappointed and confused as to what must have gone wrong with
the machine. It was frustrating and irritating, and I also felt worried and
anxious about losing important data and pictures.
Part 3
1. What do people use computers for?
Well, these days the use of computers is limitless, especially in the last
year people around the world are using computers as mini offices. We
can store our pictures, we can study online with the help of computers
and we can even watch movies. So, it depends on people’s personal
preferences.

2. Should students be allowed to use computers at school?

I am a strong supporter of the use of computers at school. The main
reason why I think so is that they would help them to understand their
lessons with illustrations and make learning more interesting. This will
also make them fetch the data from anywhere in the world. They can
share their knowledge with their teachers instantly by making use of a
computer.

3. What do you think of people who are addicted to computers?

Most of the people think that computer addiction is very bad, but my
views are not the same. I think if you want to do anything in life you
need passion and you need a certain amount of addiction. In the
present scenario, we are working with the help of computers. We are
locked down in our homes, so we entertain ourselves on computers, we
communicate with the near and dear ones with the help of computers.
But at the same time, we need to go out exercise and get up after every
half an hour or one hour to give rest to eyes and to exercise or body.

4. Do you think computers make our life simpler or more complex?

Computers make life simpler but these days we are performing many
tasks and want all done faster so it seems that they have made our life
complex. Imagine in the earlier times if we had to share any news, we
had to write a letter to each person and to post it and wait for the reply
for a week or so or sometimes even longer. As compared to it, now we
have to just type it press a button and share with everyone, so I think
they have made our everyday life simpler not complex.
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Describe an occasion when you ate a kind of food for first time.
You should say:

– When you had it?

– Where you ate it?
– What it was?
– and how you felt about it?
Normally I eat traditional Punjabi food, but I love Chinese noodles and
Italian pizza. Here I would like to talk about a time when I ate the pizza
for the first time. I vividly remember I was in tenth class, and during my
summer vacation I went to stay with my cousin in Chandigarh. It was his
birthday, and he threw a pizza party for his friends.
His mother that is my aunt, is an excellent cook. I was awed by her
culinary skills. He had invited six friends.
First, we went to the market and bought 20 Pizza base, Pizza cheese,
Pizza sauce, capsicums, onions, carrots, mushrooms and mayonnaise.
We also bought seasonings, such as chili flakes, basil, oregano and so
on. That day I enjoyed learning how to make the pizza. I helped in
chopping the vegetables and grating the Pizza cheese.
Then we went to get ready, and by the time we got back, my aunt had
started making the pizzas in the oven. His friends started pouring in,
and we all started eating the pizzas. The pizza base was very crisp and
yet the pizza was melting in my mouth.
Honestly, when my cousin bought 20 pizza base, I thought he was mad.
Who would eat so many pizzas?
I thought we would have to eat the leftover pizzas in the morning But
when I took the first bite, I realized how wrong I was. In no time, all the
pizzas were finished. Now, the Domino’s pizza outlet has opened in my
hometown and I have tried their pizzas a couple of times, but no one
can beat my aunt’s pizzas.
Part 3
1. Do you like to try new food?

Yes, I like to try new food, because by trying new foods I come to know
about different cuisines.

When I eat Chinese food, it makes me want to know about their

culture. I am a food lover and I enjoy different dishes.

2. What kinds of foreign foods are popular in your country?

Chinese food like the Manchurian, cheese chilly, chop suey is very
popular. Italian pizza is also very popular. Mexican burrito wraps are
very similar to Indian chapatis.
3. Do you like to cook at home?
Yes, I like to cook at home. I like trying new dishes everyday. I have
learnt a lot of Indian cooking from my mother. She has excellent
culinary skills.
4. Is it expensive to eat out in your country?
It depends on where you go out to eat. If it is a roadside dhaba, it can
be afforded by most, but expensive restaurants are also there, where
one cannot afford to eat very often.

5. What’s the difference between Indian food and western food?

Indian food is spicier than western food. It is cooked in oil or ghee,
which makes it heavier calorie wise. It is more diverse. North Indian
cuisine is poles apart from South Indian. Western food does not have so
much diversity.
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Talk about a time when you gave advice to someone

You should say

Who you gave advice to?
What the advice was?
Why you gave the advice?
And how you felt about the advice?
Well in my country people give free advice to each other all the time.
People give advice even when nobody is asking. They do it to show care
and help others. Today, I would like to talk about a time when I gave
advice to one of my cousins about what studies he should pursue for
his senior secondary education.
My cousin had recently completed his 10th standard and he was really
confused about which stream he should opt for.
He had the option to choose between science, commerce and arts.
His doubts were related to career prospects in these streams and most
importantly he asked me that which one is easy or difficult to pursue.
Since he was tired of studies, he did not want to put a lot of effort but
still he wanted to have a successful life.
Before advising him about the various streams I asked him about his
interests and he told me that he was interested in Computers.
He started using computer at a very early age, so he is really good at it.
I told him about Computer programmers who work for companies like
google.
I told him about the work they do and how much salary they earn.
I also showed him the offices of google and the facilities like gym, food
and other games that are provided to the employees on campus.
He got motivated after learning all these details and decided he also
wanted to become a computer programmer.
So, I suggested him to take an aptitude test to check whether he has a
logical mindset to pursue the science stream.
He followed my advice and gave the aptitude test. His results showed
that he had excellent skills to become a programmer.
He was really happy with my advice and now he consults me for all the
important decisions he has to make.
Part 3
1. What kind of advice do parents give to their children?
Parents advice children about various issues like their friend circle,
subjects to choose for specialization and sometimes on healthy eating
too.

2. How do experts give advice to others? (e.g a doctor gives advice to

patients)
Experts are specialists in their field and it is best to seek advice of an
expert who is proficient. A good teacher will guide the students in the
right direction similarly a doctor’s advice is valuable regarding health
issues.

3. What advice do parents give to teenagers about making friends?

Teenagers need maximum advise as they are vulnerable and can be led
astray by bad company. It is very difficult to advise a teenager so
parents normally warn their wards not to move in company of children
who are known to be naughty.
4. Whose advice is more helpful? Parents’ or friends’?
Many times, parent’s advice is valuable whereas on other occasions
friends can be more knowledgeable varies from situation to situation.
Parents are rich in experiences of life and friends are more aware about
the changes in modern society.
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Describe a time when you forgot something important.
You should say
When it happened?
What you forgot?
What was the result of your forgetting?
Why it was important?
I think there are many situations in my life where I have forgotten
something.
When it happened? Well, this is an interesting incident, and it
happened to me very recently. I forgot something essential on January
14, which is the day of the Kite Flying festival in India. It is a very
popular festival, especially among the youth. The festival is called
Makar Sankranti in the local language.
What you forgot? What I forgot was my sunglasses. It was very
important for me to remember my sunglasses because it is the third
most essential thing to have after the kite and the thread. It was
obviously a sunny day, and I had to look up high in the sky to fly a kite.
Why it was important? One major reason why it was necessary to
remember my glasses was that I had taken part in one kite flying
competition on that day. On a normal day, I would have managed
without it. However, because it was a competition, it was required for
me to be vigilant and protect my kite and its string from other
competitors. One more significant reason was that I suffer from
migraines, and my head starts aching when I am into direct sunlight.
What was the result of your forgetting?
What was the result of my forgetting? Initially, I was very angry with
myself. There was no time to go back home and get my goggles
because the competition had begun. So, what I did is I found a shade
and managed to at least start flying my kite anyhow. As soon as my kite
was up in the sky, I gave a call to my friend who was going to join me
sometime.
Part 3
1: Do you think it is a good idea to use electronic devices for putting
reminders?
Yes, I think it’s a very good idea to use electronic devices like cell
phones, computers, tablets etc. to set reminders for important tasks
and events.
2: Do you use electronic devices for putting reminders?
Yes, I have set reminders for birthdays. Anniversaries and I set alarms
for important tasks. It helps me stay organized.
3: How memory can help you to learn a new skill?
Memory is essential in learning a new skill. It is only through a good
memory that we can remember the rules or the techniques that are
required to be followed when learning a particular skill.
4: How can modern technology help you keep good memories?
Modern technology is very helpful in keeping good memories. We can
set up reminders for important events. We can use phones to capture
special moments in the form of pictures.
5: Is human memory important nowadays?
Yes, human memory is as important as in the past. It is needed for
learning anything new. It’s what is needed to excel in any field.
However, our dependence on technology makes us use our memory
much lesser than in earlier times.
6: How often do you make appointments?
I don’t make appointments very often. Only when I have to go to my
doctor that I get an appointment.
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Describe a tradition in your country.
You should say
What is it?
Who takes part in it?
What activities there are?
And explain how you feel about it?
Well, there are many traditional values in my country, and these are
observed to preserve the local culture. However, there are many
traditions that people follow.
The people of Pakistan mostly observe two religious festivals, Eid Ul
Adha and Eid Ul Fitr and between the festivals, Eid Ul Fitr is the most
important one and comes after a month long of fasting. The festival
takes place at the end of the Holy month of Ramadan. Usually, the
Muslims fast during the month of Ramadan, and this is a divine order
and is considered as a pillar of the religion. The fasting hour begins with
the rising of the sun and ends at the sunset. The Eid Ul Fitr takes place
after the month-long fasting as a reward for them. They stop fasting
from the Eid day and resume their regular life. This is really an
extraordinary festival for us and I am proud of it. On the day, people in
Pakistan pray in open fields in the morning which is known as Eid
prayer. After the prayer, they meet and greet the other people and
take foods. Wearing new dresses is another feature of this festival and
people are seen in new dresses.
There are many activities on the Eid day. Usually, people resume their
regular lifestyle. During the fasting, eating or drinking after the sunrise
and before the sunset is prohibited. people in Pakistan come back to
the regular activities. Usually, they invite the other people on the day
after the prayer and take delicious foods and sweets in the morning.
Often rich foods are cooked for lunch or for dinner. This is the most
awaited festival for the Muslim citizens of Pakistan. Sometimes they
move out for visiting the neighbours and relatives. Exchanging greeting
and small gifts is a common scene on the day. Most of the houses are
filled with guests and people entertain or get entertained at the
houses. Truly this is an event of joy for all of the Muslims living here.
I feel very happy about that day because I like to get up early in the
morning and get ready for attending the prayer on the day. I also like
the festival more than anything.
Part 3
1. What is the importance of traditional festivals?
Traditional festivals are significant because it brings family and friends
together. Moreover, people forget all their tensions and feel very
happy and relaxed while celebrating festivals.

2. What’s the difference between festivals now and in the past?

I think now people forget the history of festivals, which means there is
a story or a historical fact behind the festival. People are celebrating
festivals for enjoyment. However, if we talk about the past, people,
even every child was known the meaning and story/reasons for the
celebrations.
3. Do you think western festivals like Christmas are replacing traditional
festivals in your country?
Well, people are indeed adopting western culture, and they are
celebrating festivals like Christmas with their friends and families. But it
does not mean people do not celebrate their traditional festivals. They
celebrate both types of festivals with the same energy.

4. Do you think it is wrong for children not to celebrate traditional

festivals?
I believe that festivals spread happiness. However, today’s generation
shows less interest in traditional festivals, and it is because of the busy
routine and technology. They are busy on their mobile phone instead of
spending time with family and friends and celebrating festivals.

5. Do you think teenagers should learn about traditions?

Yes. they should know about traditions because traditions are our
roots, and it is good and very beneficial if they are staying in contact
with their roots.
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Describe a time you saw children behave badly in public.
You should say
Where it was?
What the children were doing?
How others reacted to it?
And explain how you felt about it ?
Children below five years old most of the time stay at home so they do
not know how to behave with people outside their home but parents
have to be punished their children who are above then six years old if
they embarrass the parents in the public place.
I saw such kind of situation in January this year at a wedding party.
I went to my friend’s home, lahore, a few months ago to attend her
sister’s wedding. I arrived a day before the party. We know that many
children are gathered in such kind of occasions.
Most of the children behaved very well, but I explained a situation
when I saw some children misbehave. The function was organized in a
public hall. On the marriage day, all were looking very well. Suddenly I
heard some noises. When I reached the spot, I saw some children
fighting with each other.
Everyone was trying to know what was the actual reason for fighting.
Children did not want to hear anything even as they were speaking very
badly with elders. Their parents also felt insulted after some time. We
came to know that one child was speaking bad jokes to others and
other children tried to stop him, but instead, stop the speaking child
pushed other children who were trying to stop him. This increased the
fight. Their clothes were torn.
They did not realize that they were spoiling the whole function.
Everyone got angry and raised questions about their parenting. I tried
to calm down the fight. After a specific time, children apologized for
their mistake.
Part 3
1. What bad behaviour do children usually have?
Normally, the bad behavior I associate with children is creating noise,
breaking things, disrespecting elders, scribbling on the walls and
stealing small things like pencils, erasers. I think I am guilty of each one
of them when I was young.

2. How should parents stop their children from behaving badly at

public?
I think parents should stop their children from doing bad things at
home. There should be no double standards. Moreover, I think parents
should not just stop children from doing something bad but also tell
them why it is bad to do it.

3. Are parents these days stricter than in the past?

On the contrary, I think parents are more lenient these days. I think it is
mainly due to two reasons, first being the strict laws against physical
punishment and the second reason is the influence of western culture.

4. Whose influence on children is more? Parents or their Friends?

I think in the early years, the parents influence is second to none as
children spend the majority of their time with the children. But as
children grow older, they spend considerably more time with their
friends, and I think during these years, it is their friends that influence
their behavior and thinking the most.
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Describe a conversation topic you were not interested in.
You should say
Who you talked with?
When you had the conversation?
What was the topic?
And explain why you were not interested?
Well, when it comes to casual talks we hold conversation on topics of
our interest but sometimes we may not find the conversation
interesting at all and let me share one such experience when I literally
got bored with the topic of Discussion.
Actually last week my uncle got discharged from hospital as he was
suffering from pneumonia and my father and I went to see him. Since,
we were there to enquire about his health, Obviously the talk were
primarily confined to topic of health and his experience in hospital.
Though I was happy to see my uncle recovering, I found the
conversation extremely boring. After a while, my uncle turned on the
television and now these old chaps started to follow news and talk
about politics. They started sharing their views on the current political
and other issues.
I must say I was bored to death and felt that the clock has stopped as I
was not able to follow at all what they were saying. After about fifteen
minutes, I just pretended that I received a phone call and went to
outside the room. But that was no respite as there my father and
uncles were discussing the same topic. For the rest of the time, I just
played games on my phone call.
Part 3
1. What topics do young people in India talk about?
The youth in India talk about nearly everything from politics to sports to
fashion to technological gadgets. Personally, I love to talk about mobile
phones and computers with my friends.

2. What is the difference between topics that are popular now and
topics that were popular in the past?
I think earlier people didn’t care so much about technology, but it is a
major part of the conversation now. I also love talking about that. In
addition, I think rest of the topics like sports, fashion and politics were
actively discussed in the past too.

3. How do you know if others are not interested in the conversation?

I think I mostly see people’s facial reactions to see if they are
interested. If they are laughing at my jokes or their facial reactions are
changing as the tone of the conversation changes, they are interested.
Otherwise, they are not. Sometimes people are direct too. They try to
cut me off and steer the conversation towards another topic.

4. What’s the influence of modern technology such as the internet,

emails on our communication?
I think they have increased the overall communication, but at the same
time, they have also decreased face to face communication. Moreover,
they have reduced the importance of language and grammar in
communication. People care more about being concise rather than
being grammatically correct.
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Describe a time when you first talked in a foreign language.
You should say
Where were you?
Who were you with?
What did you talk about?
And explain how you felt about it?
Pakistan is a diverse country, and it is tough to learn all Pakistani
languages because languages vary from state to state. So in the case of
a foreign language, it is a big challenge to learn and speak the other
country’s language. Today I am going to talk about a time when I used a
foreign language to make conversation with a child.
It was the occasion of a family get together. My maternal uncle came
from France with his family four months ago for ten days. He is doing a
job in an IT company there. There are three members in his family,
uncle, his wife and five-year-old son. My uncle and aunt speak and
understand our language very well, but his son knows English and
French.
Luckily, I know a little bit about the French language because I am
planning to shift to France for further study, so I joined French language
classes five months ago.
So sometimes, when I was with my uncle’s son, I gave the answers to
his few questions. Even though the English alphabets are used in
French, but it is not very easy than English. I feel very nervous while
speaking French. So that was the first time when I spoke French first
time.
Part 3
1. At what age should children start learning a foreign language?
With regards to learning a foreign language, I think the earlier, the
better. So, I think primary school is the best stage to start learning a
foreign language. Young children have less inhibitions and don’t
hesitate while speaking. Also, there is a lot of burden of studies in
secondary school.

2. Which skill is more important speaking or writing?

I think both are equally important. A few years ago, I would have said
that speaking is more important, but with the coming of the internet,
we have started communicating in the form of emails and chats and so
writing today is equally important.

3 .Does a person still need to learn another language if he is good in

English?
I think learning another language is always beneficial. Bilingual children
are better at multitasking and thinking out of the box. Learning another
language also helps in the mental development of children. I think I
have read it at many places that bilingual children outperform
monolingual children academically.

4. Do you think minority languages will disappear?

Unfortunately, yes. I think it is already happening. There are many
reasons for it, but the primary reason is English is prioritized in most of
the countries as it gives a competitive advantage in jobs. Moreover,
linguists around the world are also not doing enough to protect
minority languages. There is research into minor aspects of languages
like English and French, while minority languages are completely
ignored.
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Describe a good decision you made recently.

You should say

What was it?
When you made it?
What was the result?
And explain how you felt about it?
Undoubtedly it is true that decisions play a vital role in our lives. One
right decision makes life: on the other hand, one wrong decision can
spoil one’s future.
The decision was about the study to all children of the society during
the lockdown. We all know very well that for security reasons, the
government has to close all education institutes. This affects children’s
study. So I suggest one thing to all parents of our society we can start
tuition classes to continue child studies.
I was made this decision the first month of the lockdown. All supported
my decision. I requested those persons who are well educated to teach
children, and luckily all were ready to do it. Now they teach all subjects
to society children from 10 am to 2 pm. I set their sitting arrangements
that can study without any tension of infection.
I also feel thrilled. Everything on the track As I decide. Children are
doing study properly, and their parents are pleased and satisfied.
Part 3
1. What decisions do people make every day?
I think we all make plenty of decisions everyday like what do buy, what
to eat, what to watch on television and what to say to others. Then,
there are decisions people have to take related to work and so on.

2. Why do people make decisions?

People make decisions to feel in control. Decisions give us a feeling that
we are the masters of our fate. No one else can control our fate.
Decisions also give direction to our life. Every decision has a
consequence and it takes our life in a certain direction.

3. Can children take decisions on their own?

Yes, I think even children can take decisions on their own, but I also
believe their likelihood of making a mistake is higher than others as
they are worldly-wise. Thus, parents should take decisions for children
when they are young and gradually as they grow up, allow them to take
decisions on their own.

4. When do people change their decision?

I think changing a decision is all about our conscience. When we get
that feeling inside that we have made a mistake or we are doing the
wrong thing, we try and change our decision. And if we don’t change
our decision, we always feel guilty about doing the wrong thing.
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Describe an event you attended in which you didn’t like the music
played.
You should say
What was the event?
Where were you?
What music was like?
And explain why you didn’t like the music?
I love to listen to music. I like loud music like which is used in parties. I
listen to music while working and driving.
Here I am going to talk about an event which I attended last year in my
hometown. It was a retirement party for my uncle. His name is ______.
He was retired from the Indian army. Everything was perfect at the
party, such as delicious food, beautiful decoration.
Nevertheless, the music was not too good. My uncle is very fond of old
songs and sad songs. The DJ boy was playing all these kinds of songs
instead of playing party songs. I requested Dj boy to play some party
songs, but he said the organizer gave him strict instructions to play only
those songs which Mr. Liked. I had to attend the whole party because I
did not want to disappoint my uncle.
I didn’t feel like I was attending a party at all. In fact, after a while, none
of us were paying any attention to the songs being played. The music
was also too loud, and it was hurting the ears. I left the party quite
early.
Part 3
1. Why do so many young people spend a lot of money on concerts?
I think it is mainly because of the experience. Hearing a singer on the
screen can never match the feeling of hearing them live. Also, I think
it’s about spending quality time with friends.

2. Do you think older people like the same music as young people?
I feel young people like pop, rock music, basically any music that they
can dance to. They don’t care about the lyrics; they care more about
the fast beats. Old people are more into soft, slow, music. They actually
pay more attention to the lyrics.

3. Do you think music concerts are suitable for old people to attend?
I think it might be physically taxing for the old people to stand for so
long at a concert. But otherwise, I think if the old people can manage
the physical exertion, the concerts are certainly suitable. Today many
concerts also offer chairs, where older people can sit and enjoy the
show rather than having to stand.

4. Why do shopping malls often have background music?

I think the music is there to enhance the experience of shopping. We
remember shopping through not only sight but also through music
playing in the background.
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Describe a time when you changed your opinion.

You should say

When was it?
What was the original opinion?
Why you changed it?
And explain how you felt about it.
Naturally, human behaviour and opinion toward things and person are
changing according to the time and situation. I think changing one’s
opinion is really hard for some people. But I think it is much better than
staying stagnant. I have changed my opinion about different things. But
I don’t do it easily.
It was about three years ago. One new family came to our
neighbourhood. Total five members are in the family. Moreover, all are
working in different sectors. Most members of the family did not make
conversations with other people in the starting months.
My family and other neighbour opine that they are arrogant. Because
they were attending their friend’s parties and also gave parties to their
relatives and friends, but they did not invite society people.
New neighbours did these types of thing in the first six months because
they all are introvert, so they take time to mix up with new people. We
all experienced new and friendly behaviour within the year. They are
very helping nature Family.
Honestly, Now I feel terrible when I think about my previous opinion
about that family. I also feel happy because I have the right family in my
neighbourhood.
Part 3
1. Do children like to change opinion?
I think they do, but it is hard for them. I think children are more
emotional than adults, and this means that they form an opinion based
on emotions. Emotional decisions, in turn, are very hard to change
because it hurts our ego when we change them.
2. Why do people change opinion?
People change opinion when they find contradicting evidence against
their previously held opinion. If they don’t change, they suffer from
guilt and thus, although they may resist at first, they slowly do change.
3. Who do young people turn to for advice?
I think young people mainly turn to family or figures of authority like
teachers and school counsellors for advice. Some youth also turn to
their peers for suggestions. Whom they turn to for advice depends
upon the matter concerned and the decisions relevance in their lives.
4. Do people like giving an opinion about politics?
Indian people are very opinionated when it comes to politics, and they
are not shy in expressing their beliefs as well. And I think this is good
because this means people are politically active and they are thinking
about governments decisions and policies. This also means they put a
value on their vote.
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Describe a time when you received good news.

You should say

What was it about?
Who told you the news?
When did you know it?
How did you feel about it?
Why do you think it was good?
Well, I am a regular user of the internet, and these days, social media is
very active, and I often get the latest news on my social media accounts
like Facebook.
I would take this opportunity to talk about the good news that I
received when I was checking my Facebook account. Actually, one of
my friends shared a link on Facebook, and when I opened this link, I got
astonished to read that Apple has launched a new series of phones and
that too at a very low price.
Honestly speaking, I am a big fan of Apple iPhones, and I always wanted
to have it. Since all my friends and cousins who live in Canada have
iPhones, it was my dream for a long time.
But the cost of the iPhone is so high that I really cannot afford to have
one, but after reading this article in detail, I got amazed to read that.
Apple has launched iPhones at just at 45000 rs. The new series will
definitely have most of the features like other apple iPhones like high-
quality cameras, fast processor, huge memory and so on.
But still, the cost would be so low after reading this article, and I was so
anxious and excited to share this news with my father as well. And in
the evening when my father came back home, I made him read this
article as well. My father was also surprised, and somehow I convinced
him to get me an iPhone.
And within two days, my father got me a new iPhone. Overall, it was
fantastic news that I got from the internet, and it helps me to make my
dream come true of buying an Apple iPhone.
Part 3
1. Is it important to read the news?
Yes, it is. News keep us connected with the outside world. We come to
know what is happening around us. They tell us what our government is
doing for us and also update us with the weather conditions. We also
come to know about the lives of the people we follow, such as celebs in
the field of entertainment and sports. We also come to know what is
happening in our whole country and even the world.
2. What kind of news do people in your country like to read?
People like to read all sorts of news. They read sports news, political
news, weather updates, employment news, and so on.
3. Are young people and old people interested in the same kind of
news?
Their tastes are different, but then there are individual variations
among the people of the same age group too. Generally, youngsters are
more into sports news and Bollywood news, whereas the elderly are
more into political news.
4. Is it important to keep reading up to date news?
Yes, it is important to be abreast of the latest happenings around us.
We can be prepared to face any problems if we are aware of the
situation outside.
5. How do people in your country get news?
People get news through various sources, such as TV, the Internet,
newspapers and radio.
6. Do you think children should start watching the news from a young
age?
Yes, the habit of watching news should be inculcated from a very early
age. They would be aware of the outside world through the news.
Otherwise, they will have a very narrow outlook of life.
7. Why do some people like to share news on social media?
Social media such as Facebook and Whatsapp and Twitter has become
very powerful. Sharing news helps keep more people abreast of the
happenings around them, even those who don’t normally watch the
news.
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Describe an occasion when you wasted your time.

You should say:

Where you were?
When it was?
What you did?
And explain why you think it was a waste of time?
No one likes to waste time, but still, most of us waste time from time to
time.
Where you were? and When it was? I think I have also wasted a lot of
time, but a recent occasion when it happened was during the Corona
lockdown days. Pakistan went into lockdown in the last week of March.
It was a shock for all of me as I had never faced or even imagined such a
situation.
What you did? For the first two-three weeks after the lockdown, the
announced I did nothing. I was at home with my family. I thought it
would be over soon, and I will be back in a daily routine soon. Before
the lockdown, I was planning to take the master test exam. But I hadn’t
bought any books to prepare. During the lockdown, no bookstores
were open. I just kept thinking, I will start preparing once the lockdown
is over and things start. However, the government kept on extending
the lockdown, and I just spent my time watching movies, playing mobile
games. I had a big list of things I wanted to learn – like baking a cake, 3
D origami, etc. If not study, I could have learned them.
And explain why you think it was a waste of time? And to be honest, I
knew that a lot of material for master test exam was available online. I
could have downloaded it and started studying from the very first day. I
was at home the whole day, and I had no worries. It would have been
the best time to study.
I really wish I would have utilized that time more productively.
Part 3
1. How can we avoid wasting time?
I think the best way to avoid wasting time is to make a schedule. Also,
another thing we can do is to engross ourselves at work. Only if we are
free, we can waste time. We should always keep doing something in
our free time. In other words, we should never be free actually.
2. Is time management important?
Yes, time management is really important. I think there is only a
resource that we can never get back, and that is time. And there is no
bigger regret in life than wasting time.
3. Should parents help children manage their time?
Yes, in the beginning, yes. They can make a timetable for them and
make sure they follow it. If children develop such a habit at a young
age, it stays with them for life.
4. Do you think relaxing is a waste of time?
No, I don’t think relaxing is a waste of time. However, relaxing should
be doing nothing. I feel relaxed when I do things I love. Just sitting idle
is a waste of time. It is better to do something in our free time than to
just sit idle.
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Describe a risk you have taken which had a positive result.

You should say:

What it was?
Why you took it?
What the result was?
How you felt about it?
To be honest, risk plays a significant role in every person’s life because
it not only increase the confidence level but motivates a person to do
something new and challenging. I also experienced a situation when I
helped a child by taking full risk.

What it was? It happened about two years ago. I went to Agra with my
family to visit Taj Mahal; I travelled by train. The weather was very
relaxed, and we all enjoyed very much by playing some games and
eating some snacks which were prepared by my mother for the
journey.
Why you took it? Suddenly I heard some noise, and I asked people
what happened then one person told me that one child’s arm was stuck
in the train gate. I said it to my family and also said to them that no one
ready to help that child. But my cousin was willing to help him. I went
with my cousin toward to the train door.
What the result was? I told that to pull the chain to stop the train by an
unfortunate chain was not working. So it was so risky to help someone
in the running train. But we did not give up and try our best. My cousin
holds me very tight when I was helping the child. Firstly, I gave some
water to the child and then decided to move his arm very carefully
because if I did hurry a child might be injured.
How you felt about it? It took a half-hour to release the child arm from
the train door. But I did it, and as a result, my cousin and I successfully
released child without any injury.
Part 3
1. Why do some people enjoy extreme sports?
Some people love to take the risk, so that is why they enjoy extreme
sports. Extreme sports helped participants feel closer to nature, more
self-aware, at peace. These people are more durable than ordinary
people.
2. Are action films popular in your country?
Different types of movies like sad, horror, action, and love stories are
released every day. People watch films according to their choice and
mood. However, according to my perception, most of the young people
love to watch action movies.
3. Do you think it is a good thing if a leader likes to take risk?
Yes, it is a good thing if a leader likes to take the risk because it shows
that a leader knows about his duties and responsibilities. Risk also
motivate a leader to stop something if it goes wrong. Another thing is
that risk plays a crucial role in success either in the business or in
another field.
4. Do you think men and women will make a different choice about risk
taking?
Nowadays, gender differences are disappearing and so are the choices
about risk-taking. It is an individual variation. Irrespective of the
gender, if a person is daring he or she will take the risk.
5. What about the young and old?
Well, young people are more interested in taking the risk as compare to
the older one. I think young people may take the risk of physical
activities because they can quickly recover if they get injured. On the
other hand, if we talk about investment and finance-related things,
older people are more capable than young ones so they may take the
risk in that field.
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Describe a dinner you really enjoyed.
You should say:
When it was?
What you ate?
Who you were with?
And explain why you enjoyed it?
I attend many parties where I had dinner, but I have had a special
dinner which I enjoyed a lot. My family arranged It on my birthday. I
enjoyed not only the food was very delicious, but I spend a good time
with my friends and family also.
Last month on my birthday my family arrange dinner for me. Whole
food was prepared at home by my mother and some friends also help
her in cooking. They made all my favourite dishes. The dinner arranged
on the terrace in the open air.
My friends decorate the terrace with flowers, balloons and lights.
Dinner starts with paneer tikkas and cheese balls which is one of my
favourite snacks. Everyone knows I love south Indian food, that’s why
they cooked it for me. I ate Rava idli and lemon rice after Starter. In the
end, I ate chocolate cake which my best friend cooked for me.
Everyone gives me a special gift and wishes me a happy birthday. So
that was the dinner I enjoyed.
Part 3
1. Why do people like to have special food on special occasions?
People like to have exceptional food on special days because they want
to make those occasions memorable, and they also enjoy that
particular time with family and friends.
2. What is the difference between eating at home and eating out on
special occasions?
There is much difference. When we are eating at home, the hosts
spend their whole time in the kitchen and has less time to spend with
friends and relatives, but it did not happen when we are eating out on
special occasion because people arrange some
organizers who organize the event and there is no pressure on the host.
So he/she can easily spend time with friends and family.
3. What national identity can be seen in a nation’s cuisine?
The food reflects its cultural traditions. For example, Pakistan is a
diverse country, and culture varies from state to state. Every state
follows a different tradition and makes food according to it.
4. Why do global leaders like to gather around for dinner?
When leaders want to discuss the critical matters informally, they get
together for dinner because it reflects relations between countries.
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Describe a situation when you promised something to someone but
you were not able to accomplish it.
• What promise you made.
• To whom you made.
• Why you were not able to complete it.
• How you felt for it.
Well, we often make promises to different people with the intention to
keep the promises. However, sometimes due to uncertain
circumstances, we fail to keep our words.
I would like to share one such experience, There was a birthday of my
younger sibling.
I made a promise to gift her his favorite brand smart-watch of ‘Noise’
company. Due to unavoidable condition, I found myself to be stuck in a
financial crisis. Consequently, I was unable to fulfill my words and
somewhere shattered the hope of my sister.
An idea got clicked to me to borrow money from my friend but I was
refused. Though I reconciled myself and went to her birthday
celebration empty-handed. It was difficult to face him but somehow I
tried to explain her about my time of crisis.
Moreover, I was able to convince her to accomplish my promise within
a month or so.
I felt extremely bad about it but started working hard to bring the
smile on his face again.
Part 3
1. do parents make promises to children?
Yes, parents often make promises to their children. The promises
mainly involve buying new toys or expensive gifts or taking them on
vacations if they score good marks in exams or behave well.
2. Do children also make promises to their parents?
Yes, children also make promises to their parents that they will study
and not waste their time. They also promise to behave well in the
absence of parents.
3. Do most people fulfil their promises?
Yes, most people complete their promise. They do it because they want
to establish good examples in front of their children. On the other
hand, due to some reasons, sometimes parents do not fulfill their
promise, but they explain the reason for their children and make sure
that their children would understand their problem.
4. How do you feel when others break their promises?
It is a very heart-breaking situation when someone breaks their
promise. Sometimes people are stuck in a problematic situation, so
they do not keep their promise, but some people only make promises,
but they never want to fulfill their promise.
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Describe an aquatic animal.

You should say

What it looks like?
When did you see it?
Where you saw it?
Explain why it is interesting?

Well, I am quite interested to learn about aquatic animals as they are

pretty unique in nature and appearance. For example, sea horses,
starfishes, octopuses and so on, but here I would like to talk about my
all-time favorite, “Dolphin.”
When did you see it? and Where you saw it? I saw this animal for the
first time in my school book when I was in 4th class, and I got captivated
by the impressive looks of this fish.
What it looks like? Dolphins are usually large in size and can be found
in different colors like white, grey and black. They have a very smooth
body line and fins that move like hands. Recently, while watching a
show on the discovery channel, I got to know that they are the most
intelligent living creature.
Explain why it is interesting? They are highly social and often found in
groups. In fact, they have developed a language as well to
communicate with others. The best thing about this animal its ability to
jump out of the water and dance on its tail, this is perhaps the reason
why they are used in entertainment industry today where they dance,
play with balls and create funny noises to entertain the audience
especially children.
Part 3
1. Why do people like to keep pets?
Spending time with pets is the best way to reduce stress and anxiety
levels. Several studies/researches have revealed that people who tend
to spend their time with pets are more likely to live longer than people
who don’t. That’s the way they like to keep pets
2. What should we do to protect endangered animals?
This kind of work required many funds to donate some money to NGO
to protect endangered animals. We can educate our society and family
about endangered species. Moreover, we can motivate people to keep
the environment clean and try to use a recyclable product.
3. Do you support doing experiments on animals?
Even though Animal models help ensure the effectiveness and safety of
the new treatment, animals suffer a lot of pain and other types of
infection, so I do not support animal experiments.
4. Why do some people refuse to eat animals?
There are many reasons people refuse to eat animals such as some
people are pure vegetarian, so they do not eat animals, another reason
is religion, in India, people worship animals such as cow, so that’s why
they don’t eat animals. Moreover, non-vegetarian food contains lots of
fat, so people who are health conscious do not eat animals.
5. What would happen when some species disappear on earth?
There can be many negative consequences if some species become
extinct on our planet. The first effect is that there will be an imbalance
in the ecosystem. For example, if mosquitoes disappear forever, other
creatures can suffer as a result because they become hungry, like frogs
or lizards, which usually feed on mosquitoes.
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Describe a bag you want to own.

You should say

What kind of bag is it?
Where you want to buy it?
How much will it cost you?
Why you want this kind of bag?

Bags are not a must-have item for me. I use a backpack for
convenience. However, I am spending some time getting to know more
about bags nowadays because I want to buy a new bag.
What kind of bag is it? I am a student, so I mostly use a backpack
because I put heavy stuff inside, such as books, water bottles, and
laptops. I do not have any bag parties. So I want to buy a party type bag
such as a clutch or handbag, which might have two pockets only inside
and plain texture or have little stones on the front side.
Where you want to buy it? and How much will it cost you? Nowadays,
all things are easily available on the internet at an affordable price. So I
would like to buy bags through online websites. Online shopping sites
offer a considerable discount such as 50%/ 60% to 80% discount on
branded products. That is why I prefer to buy a bag online. In fact, I
already started watching bag images and videos online between the
range of woo to 1500.
Why you want this kind of bag? I mostly use a backpack regularly, but I
do not have a bag for special occasions, so I want to buy a black color
clutch.
Part 3
1. Why do you think women like to buy bags?
Women like to buy bags because they are convenient and safely carry
their makeup, keys, credit cards, etc. Also, women consider bags a style
statement, and it helps them complete their overall look. Some women
like to buy the latest in trend bags and coordinate their bags with their
outfits.
2. Is the backpack practical in life?
Yes, backpacks allow you to be comfortable and hands-free. They don’t
put much strain on the body and can be easily carried for hours.
3. Why are some people willing to buy expensive bags?
Some people are willing to buy expensive bags because they are made
from good materials and last longer. Some people buy expensive
designer bags because they associate them with status and like to
flaunt them in front of friends and relatives.
4. In the future, what changes will bags have?
Bags made from canvas, faux leather (vegan leather) will gain more
popularity as more and more people will realize that humanity is
harming animals to harvest leather.
Bags will also become more practical in the future, and convertible bags
that go from handbag to backpack to shoulder bag will be more
common.
5. Why do children need to carry a uniform schoolbag?
Schools want all students to look the same and thus require similar
school bags. Requiring everyone to look uniform leads to better
academic performance and enhances student discipline. Children need
school bags to keep their books and personal belongings in an
organized manner.
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Describe something or someone that made a lot of noise.

You should say:

Who or what made the noise?
What was the noise like?
What did you do when you heard the noise?
And how you feel about it?

I think there is a lot of noise in Pakistan. It is, in fact, hard to find a quiet
place.
Who or what made the noise? So, I am going to talk about an occasion
when my nephew made a lot of noise. He is just 10 years old. But he is
very fond of bursting crackers.
What was the noise like? During last new year, he went shopping for
crackers with my dad, and he bought him a lot of crackers.
After visiting the shopping, when we came back home, he went to the
terrace, and for the next hour, we could hear nothing but the sound of
crackers. He burst so many crackers.
What did you do when you heard the noise? The noise was deafening,
and all the family members couldn’t wait for him to stop. I can’t
imagine how my dad tolerated the noise as he was with him outside on
the terrace. Rest of us were inside the house, and for us, the inside the
house noise the intolerable. I tried to distract myself, but the noise was
too much. I didn’t want to spoil my nephew’s mood by telling him to
stop either. So, after waiting for half an hour for him to stop, I decided
to put on my noise cancelling headphones and watch a movie. My sister
had gifted them to me a year ago.
And how you feel about it? That was the day, I actually tested the
noise cancelling part. It was amazing. I couldn’t hear anything except
the sounds in the movie. My other family members were not so lucky,
and they had to tolerate the noise. My dad also decided that day, and
there would be no crackers from next new year. Crackers not only
create noise pollution, but they are also harmful to the environment.
Part 3
1. Where can people hear a lot of noise?
People can hear a lot of noise at public places like bus stations, railway
stations, malls and so on. Moreover, in big cities, there is a lot of noise
on the roads during traffic because of honking. In pakistan, on public
places like concerts also use loudspeakers, and thus there is a lot of
noise there.
2. What may happen when someone listens to very loud music using
headphones when they are running or hiking?
I think in the long term, it might cause permanent damage to the ears.
Moreover, it may also lead to accidents as people while running might
not hear car horns due to loud music. So, I would not consider it to be
safe to put on loud music in public places.
3. What can be done to reduce traffic noise?
I think the government can make strict rules about honking, and
unnecessarily honking should be considered a traffic violation. Also, car
engines start making noise after a few years, so people should be
encouraged to replaced car engines after a few years.
4. Do you think the world will be noisier in the future?
On the contrary, I think the world would be quieter because people are
becoming less social than before. I think the noise is mainly made in
social situations. More and more people are becoming introverted, and
thus I think the noise would also reduce for this reason. Also,
governments have also made strict rules about noise, and thus noise
would reduce in the future.
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Describe a volunteering experience you have had.

You should say:

What it was?
Where it was?
Why you volunteered?
How you felt about it?
Volunteering offers you the opportunity to try a new career work
without making a long term commitment. It is a great way to gain
different experience in a new field. In some areas, you can volunteer
directly at an organization that does the kind of work you’re interested
in.
What it was? and Where it was? I always want to do some work
through which I can help poor and needy people. I got a chance to
volunteering work in march 2020. Corona pandemic started in pakistan,
and for the protection of the public, our prime minister ordered a
complete lockdown for a few months in the whole pakistan. We all
know everything has two sides I mean to say positive side is that people
stay safe in their houses and also get chance to spend time with their
family which they do not spend due to their busy schedule. But
lockdown proves very bad for labour class people because many people
lose their job and they did not have enough money to provide food and
shelter to their family.
Why you volunteered? My street people decided to help poor people
so for that they announce that they needed volunteers who help them
to provide medical facility to poor people and motivate them to
support the government and go to the hospital for test if suffering from
fever, cold, cough and some other symptoms of coronavirus, so they
get proper treatment on time. We all collected some money to
purchase mask, sanitizer and hand gloves for people and distribute in
them.
How you felt about it? I realized that doing work for others gives much
mental peace which I did not get when I worked for my self. My way of
thinking and perspective about life has changed a lot. I did this work for
two months, but It does riot mean I stop helping people even now I use
my pocket money to buy some medical accessories which I distributed
in poor people and admit them in the hospital if they need any
treatment.
Part 3
1. What qualities are required for being a volunteer?
I think no unique qualities required in such kind of work. Reliable power
is necessary to do the work but without any expectations.
2. What type of personality does a volunteer has?
A volunteer has a friendly personality. He is easily approachable by
people. He always wears a smile on his face. He has good
communication skills.
3. How can companies engaging in volunteering help our society?
Companies can help in many ways, like providing health services, food,
and donate money to schools.
4. Do you think people nowadays should participate more in
volunteering?
I think no because nowadays people are busy with their work and have
no time for other people. Moreover, people become self-centered or
can more selfish.
5. How do modern technologies assist volunteers and volunteering
experiences?
First of all, people come to know where people need help, what type of
area they go there. Through social sites, people can motivate others to
help poor and needy people.
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Describe a program or app in your computer or phone.
You should say:
What the app/program is?
When, where you found it?
How you use it?
and how you feel about it?

Well, these days, we heavily rely on technology to maintain our social

network, and we use different social networking platforms such as
Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp many more.
What the app/program is? Here, I would like to talk about WhatsApp,
which I use frequently.
How you use it? This platform is more popular than others, as it is
much easier to use. WhatsApp allows the users to contact others via
Text message, voice and video calls. Also, it makes the communication
way more interactive by allowing to share pictures, emojis and videos.
how you feel about it? It also has a wonderful feature of forming
groups. I have made the different group of my friends, relatives and
other and this way I can chat with them in a group rather than
individually which facilitates the communication with many at one time
especially when we have to share an important message with many.
In fact, these days, we can also share our status on this platform which
our followers can check anytime and comment. Since these days, it has
become challenging to meet others in person; this social networking
app is more like a boon for the users. For example, many of my friends
live abroad, and just because of WhatsApp, we never feel that we are
miles apart. We often share our photographs and regularly make video
calls tit remain in touch.
Part 3
1. Which phone app is the most popular in your country?
Well, different age groups of people use different apps. Children use
games and shopping apps, whereas older people use the new app, but
there is one app popular in all age groups, and that is Whatsapp.
2. Do you think the parents should limit the time their children spend
on the phone?
Yes, parents have to limit the time that children can spend on the
phones. It has many negative impacts not only on health but for careers
also. It affects children’s eyes and precious time, which they can spend
on studies. So it is the responsibility of parents to set the time to use
the phone.
3. Do you think people depend on phone apps too much?
Nowadays, everything is available on the phone, so people do not need
to go outside or ask someone for the direction.
For example, Google maps are used for guidance, and all bank apps are
on the internet through which people can quickly pay all bills. Moreover
shopping apps people also use for shopping.
4. Do you think some apps will help people to study?
Yes. There are many apps which people use to study. For example.
iStudiez, Quizlet, Exam countdown, and much more.
5. What kinds of Apps do you have on your phone?
I am a student. So I install mostly study-related apps. Moreover. I also
have some shopping apps like Amazon, Flipkart on my phone.
Moreover, for communication, I use Whatsapp.
6. What are the drawbacks of having too many apps on your phone?
There are many disadvantages to having extra apps on the phone. The
new app slows down the phone speed, and sometimes phone stops
working because of these apps. In addition to this, these apps occupy
space. Regarding security, some apps misuse personal information.
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Describe a film/movie that made you laugh.

You should say

What is the name of this movie?
When did you watch it?
Who you watched it with?
Why it made you laugh?
What is the name of this movie?

Well, comedy movies are my all time favourite as they are the best
Entertainer and time pass . The list of comedy movies I have watched is
endless and here I would like to talk about 3 Idiot a Bollywood movie
that I found full of laughter.
When did you watch it? I watched this movie for the first time in
cinema with my friends and we laughed hysterically throughout and
later I watched it many times at home too. Actually, it is a blockbuster
movie that has an amazing storyline, emotions, music, comedy and the
presence of celebrities like Aamir khan and Kareena Kapoor. 3 Idiots is a
movie that revolves around the story of a 3 college going students. It
highlights the aspect that how students feel when they are not
interested in their field of study. These three boys behave
mischievously with other as well as teachers and generate a lot of
humour.
Why it made you laugh? There are few scenes where you won’t be able
to control laughing for example, the Funny Speech, Meeting Rastogi
family, Scooty as an Ambulance and many more. In fact the character of
fr college dean is quite comical and his all scenes are laughable.
You start laughing from the very first scene till the end when u watch
this movie and this is what makes 3 idiots the movie that makes me
laugh even though I have seen it many times I definitely recommend
everyone to watch this movie at least once if they are looking for a
movie full of laughter.
Part 3
1. Do people like comedy?
Yes, people love to watch comedy as it is a great source of
entertainment. Also, in today’s world, where everyone has to work
really hard, comedy acts as a great stress buster. Personally, I love to
watch comedy series on Netflix. My favourite comedy series is a US-
based sitcom called Friends.
2. Why do people of all ages like cartoons?
People of all ages love to watch cartoons because they are really funny
and enjoyable. Kids like watching cartoons because they are fun, and
they can learn many things from them. Cartoons are fantastical, so they
could think their dreams are coming true by cartoons. For adults,
cartoons take them back to their childhood and provide breaks from
their hectic schedules.
3. Why do some people like to make others laugh?
I think there are two main reasons why some people like to make
others laugh. First, when they make others laugh, it makes them look
more attractive, especially to the opposite gender. For example,
women like men who have a humorous nature. Secondly, it helps them
to break the ice or remove the tension in a nervous situation.
4. Should teachers tell jokes in class?
Yes, teachers should definitely crack jokes in a class. It would help them
to develop a stronger bond with their students, and also it could be
used as a tool to explain some difficult concepts to the students. Also,
the students will not be scared of their teachers and will respect them
more.
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Describe a computer/phone game you enjoy playing since your
childhood

You should say

What the game is about?
When you started playing it?
How often you play this game?
Why you enjoy playing it?
What is the game about? All children love games. Some children like to
play games on the computer; some want to play the phone, but excess
usages of this technological equipment may create many health
problems. So parents have to be very careful about it.
Today, I will talk about a puzzle game that I used to play in my
childhood.
When did you start playing it? and How often you play this game? I
vividly remember my father bought a smartphone when I was in eighth
classes. Before that, he was using a simple keypad phone.
I installed a puzzle game on it. Unfortunately, I forgot the game’s name,
and I used to lay this game after school time half for half an hour.
Why do you enjoy playing it? My cousin suggested that game and
taught me how to play it. The game became tough with each level
because the level timing was decreasing with each mistake. So, users
had to be very careful while playing. It was a mind game that increases
decision making power. Moreover, it did not require any physical
strength and activity, that’s why I liked it very much.
Part 3
1.What is the impact of teen addiction to games?
I think there are both positive and negative impacts of video games on
teenagers. The positive part is that it helps them to relax and take out
the stress from their studies. Also, to some extent, it aids in the
development of creative or problem-solving skills. On the contrary,
gaming is easily addictive and too much of it can be detrimental for
their health and education. Finally, the violent content in some games
could promote violent behaviour amongst children.
2. Should parents or teachers take necessary action to prevent children
from playing games?
I do not think that parents should stop children from playing computer
games, but I believe that it is important for them to supervise the
gaming habits of their children. They should monitor the number of
hours and type of games being played by the children. If the child is
getting addicted to gaming then they should counsel him/her.
3. What do you think are the benefits of playing games?
Like I mentioned before, gaming helps in a lot of ways. First of all, it
helps in the development of logical reasoning when children try to
solve the challenges in different levels of the game. Secondly, it
promotes creativity amongst children as most of the games are based
on imaginary concepts and the characters in these games are able to do
things that would be otherwise impossible in the real world. So, I think
it kind of helps in developing out-of-the-box thinking.
4. Why games have been popular amongst teenagers in recent years?
I think there are multiple reasons why gaming culture has become
more popular of late. The biggest reason would definitely be the easy
access to free games on mobile devices. Earlier, in order to enjoy
gaming, people had to buy expensive gaming consoles and the quality
of the games was also not that good. But, nowadays majority of the
teenagers have cell phones with them in which one can install multiple,
high-end games for free. Also, teenagers can do multiplayer gaming
which is much more fun.
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Describe a photo of yourself that you like (or you have taken).
You should say
When was it taken?
Where was it taken?
Who took it? Or How you took it?
Explain how you felt about the photo.

Pictures are the best way to keep good memories lifetime. So people
capture many images of nature, friends and also click settles. I have a
Sony Alpha camera, and it has a 24.3 MP camera. Here I am going to
describe a picture which I had taken October last year.
When and where was it taken? October 2019, I went to narran on a
university trip. I clicked lots of pictures rose garden, rock garden and
lake. I like all photos, but one is my favourite which I took at the lake.
How you took it? I went to the highest point of that area from where I
could see all sides very clearly and clicked a picture there with the help
of the camera stand. The view in the picture was excellent and clear.
One the one side of the photo children were playing. One person was
drawing a painting on the bottom left side of the picture. The right side
of the photo showed the food counters where people were eating
snacks. All my friends and I were in the centre of the picture.
Explain how you felt about the photo. Whenever I am free, I open the
album and recall old memories. I feel pleased because This photo brings
a smile on my face.
Part 3
1. Do people like to take photos of themselves?
Yes, people do like to take photos of themselves. Selfies have become
very common nowadays. Smartphones have become very economical.
So most young people have a smartphone in their hands, and these
smartphones have cameras in the front and in the back. So, taking
selfies has become a routine with young people.
2. What kinds of devices to people like to use for taking photos these
days?
People use cameras and cell phones for taking photos these days.
3. Why do some people like to delete photos?
Sometimes the photographs may not be good, and sometimes the
memory card may be full. So people have to delete photographs.
4. Why do some people like to keep photos?
Some people like to keep photos because photographs are mirrors of
the past, and they want to preserve those memories forever.
5. Has the way people take photos changed?
Yes, the way people take photos has changed a lot. Now digital cameras
have become popular. People do not have to worry about wasting
precious film. They can take as many photographs as they like. They do
not even need to get them printed. They can save those photographs in
their web albums. Even a three-year-old child can click photographs.
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Describe a goal you want to achieve in the future

You should say:

What the goal is?
What would you do to achieve it?
When will you achieve?
and explain why you want to achieve it.

Well!, my main goal to achieve is to migrate to Canada. I know there

are many people out there who want to move to Canada. Actually, I
want to move there because of Canada's economy, free education, and
health system, and of course nature.
I’ve been planning and working towards this goal for the last couple of
years, even since I finished my undergraduate degree and began to look
at the employment opportunities, both here and also the opportunities
to work in countries like Australia, Canada, the USA, and the UK. It was
at that point that I decided that studying and working abroad was
something I really wanted to do in my life.
There are many requirements and paths to migration to Canada. I need
to clear IELTS with a good score. That's why I am here today. Other
things that I need to carry out is document collection and submitting
my Visa file to the immigration department
I believe I am very close to it, once I get my desired score in IELTS, I can
submit my visa application. From that movement, I guess as per current
processing time in next 1 year I could move there. So figures crossed.
Overall, As I said before due to economic stability and the education
system, I want to move. It’s important for me personally, it would be an
incredible opportunity to further my academic knowledge and also
participate in research with some of the best-known researchers in my
field. I would be very happy, if I am able to achieve all that.
Part 3
1. Should parents set goals for children?
Parents are the best people go set goals for the children. They can help
their children in setting goals. They know the temperament of their
child and so it is all right if they set goals for them, but at the same time
they should keep in mind the aptitude of the child I set realistic goals
for him.
2. When do young children start to set goals for themselves?
Children start to set goals for themselves after completing senior
secondary, when they have to decide which college to join. But these
goals are mainly in consultation with their parents. Once they start
earning they start setting goals independently.
3. What kinds of goals are not realistic?
Every person has his own abilities. Financial goal to earn a million
dollars in a year. Weight loss goal to quickly burn the fat through
exercise. Business goal to build a multi-million-dollar business in a year.
Sports goal to run faster than Usain Bolt or to play in the NBA.
4. Why do people set goals?
People set goals because goals give them a motivation to work hard.
They give a direction to life. It is not essential to have very high goals,
but without goals there is nothing to work for.
5. What would you feel if you couldn’t achieve your goals?
Naturally I would feel dejected, but then I would start working hard
again to achieve my goal. I know that perseverance is needed to
achieve anything in life. So I would keep working hard till I achieve my
goal.
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Describe a mistake you have made.
You should say:
What it is?
When you made it?
How you made it?
How you felt about it?

Well, it’s not uncommon to see people committing mistakes. In fact,

from mistakes, we learn some of the most important lessons of life.
What it is? Let me share one such experience here when I committed a
blunder. Actually, a few months ago I lost my mobile, and I had to buy a
new one.
I had a few savings, and I requested my parents to help me with the
remaining money to buy a new handset. My parents offered me the
money happily and recommended to prefer brand while buying rather
than features. Next day I visited a store to buy a new cell phone.
When you made it? and How you made it? The sales guy showed me
phones of Samsung with basic features, but I got attracted towards a
Chinese mobile with a projector screen feature thinking I will flaunt in
front of my friends. My parents were not happy with my decision.
Within a few days, I realized I had made a mistake as mobile started to
hang and restart automatically. After a few days, the camera stopped
working and the projection function too. I visited the store again for the
help, but the salesman simply denied to offer any assistance as the
mobile phone didn’t come with any warranty or guarantee.
How you felt about it? It was a total waste of money, and I had to wait
for another six months to save enough money to buy a new mobile It
was a mistake I made but I learned not to ignore the advice of parents.
1. What can we learn from our mistakes?
We can learn many new things from our mistakes. Firstly, after making
mistakes, we realize that not to repeat the same thing. Errors put
pressure on a person’s mind, and he/she thinks more about new and
better ways through which he could complete his work.
2. Do children make mistakes easily?
yes, they make mistakes quickly because they do not have any sense of
how to manage things.
3. What should parents do if their children make mistakes?
Parents should guide their children if they make mistakes rather than
punish them. They can teach their children how to manage things so
that they could not repeat the same thing in the future but in a friendly
way.
4. How do children benefit from using dictionaries?
Dictionary is very beneficial for children. They can learn new vocabulary
from it. Due to digital dictionaries, they can quickly learn the
pronunciation of the words through the internet.
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Describe an ambition that you have for long time.
You should say
What is it?
What did you do for it?
When can you achieve it?
And explain why you have this ambition?

I have had ambitions in my life. Some I have achieved and some I have
failed to achieve. I have always felt the reason for my failure to achieve
a goal has always been associated with my lack of motivation.
What is it? so, today, I want to talk about ambition that I am really
motivated to achieve. he ambition is to settle in Canada.
What did you do for it? I think it all started about five years ago, when
one of my close friends, Ravi moved there. Before that, I was
completely unaware about life in Canada. His words have built a
fairytale image of Canada in my mind.
Explain why you have this ambition? He told me about the difference
in the quality of life between pakistan and Canada. The healthcare and
the education system in Canada are miles ahead. There is no
corruption; there is very negligible crime, and more than anything else,
there is value for labour. Then, Canada’s weather is also to my liking, as
I hate the heat. I sweat profusely during the summers in pakistan, and it
makes not only makes me uncomfortable but also others around me.
Canada’s summers are also quite cool.
I also have a habit of googling pictures from Canada, and the beautiful
landscapes have only strengthened my resolve to settle in Canada even
more.
When can you achieve it? There are many requirements and paths to
migration to Canada. I need to clear IELTS with a good score. That's why
I am here today. Other things that I need to carry out is document
collection and submitting my Visa file to the immigration department.
But I have also done research on the course and the university I want to
apply to. Even if I fail , I will try again- because I am really motivated to
fulfil this ambition.
Part 3
1. What kinds of ambition do people have?
I think ambitions vary with age. In school, student’s ambitions are to
get into a good college or a university. Some youngsters with a creative
mindset also dream about becoming a successful celebrity or a
successful singer. As people finish their education, the ambition is to
get a high-paid job in a reputed firm and then after children, children’s
ambitions become the parent’s ambitions too.
2. Why should parents encourage children to have ambitions?
I think ambitions give direction to children. It makes sure they are
dedicated and less likely to fall off the track. Moreover, if children are
ambitious, they are less likely to fall down on failing. They are always
willing to try again.
3. Should parents interfere with their children’s ambitions?
I think if parents interfere with children’s ambitions, it would create a
feeling of resentment among the children for the parents. It would have
disastrous long-term consequences for their relationship. I think
parents should be supportive of their children’s dreams, but they can
encourage them to keep backups and not put all their eggs into one
basket.
4. Is there any difference of the ambition of grown-ups and that of
children?
I think grown-up’s ambitions are much more realistic than children
because they know that life is full of problems and hurdles. Children, on
the other hand, sometimes have very unrealistic ambitions. Children
also don’t get much disheartened on failing to achieve their goals, while
adults sometimes even go into a depression on failing.
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Talk about a toy you liked in your childhood.
You should say:
What was the toy?
Who gave it to you?
How often did you play with it?
And explain how you felt about it?

Well, talking about childhood toys makes me nostalgic. In my

perspective, childhood is the golden phase of one’s life, and memories
related to it would always hold a special place. Plus what could be more
precious than a childhood toy? Since I was the apple of my family’s
eyes, I was fortunate enough to have a myriad of toys, such as dolls,
stuffed animals, building blocks, puzzles, handmade toys and many
more. However, one toy which was close to my heart was a toy train,
which my father gifted me on my 6th birthday.
What was the toy? and Who gave it to you? I vividly remember my
first train trip along with my parents, that time I saw an original train
for the first time. I was awestruck by its enormous size, fascinating
colour, and sound. The first word came from my mouth was, ” I wish if I
could have something like this to play with at home”. Just after a couple
of months, on my birthday morning, I saw a large gift-wrapped box in
my room. I wanted to open it, but out of the blue, all my family
members started to sing a birthday song.
Gauging my inquisitiveness, my dad asked me to unwrap it. I was over
the moon to see my favourite toy. Immediately I went to my dad and
gave him a huge hug. It looked exactly the miniature locomotive, with a
cute red steam engine, 3-4 bogies along with some tracks parts. My dad
helped me to assemble the train tracks and fix the train. I still
remember the sound and lights of my toy train. I was extremely
passionate about this battery-operated toy train and used to play now
and then.
Although I was possessive about my belongings, I shared this toy with
my siblings and buddies. It helped me to develop both my social and
motor skills. At that time, we did not have the privilege to play with hi-fi
electronic or battery-operated toys, which is readily available to
contemporary generation kids.
Part 3
1. What is the difference between girls’ and boys’ toys?
Traditionally, women used to enjoy toys like dolls, kitchen sets, Boys
normally preferred competitive toys such as guns, automobiles, and
items to construct and items, which make a good deal of sound.
Another difference was that boys usually picked blue, brown and green.
These differences have been disappearing over the years.
2. Do you believe toys really assist in children’s growth?
Yes, toys play a big part in children’s development. It helps to develop
their motor and sensory abilities and their cognitive abilities. At the
same time, in addition, it leads to their social growth, particularly when
they play with other kids. Kids also learn responsibility when parents
request them to correctly store their toys.
3.Does modern technology have an impact on children’s toys?
Yes, modern technologies have a big impact on toys. Both the Kind of
Toys available and also the children’s preferences for toys have
changed over time. Today robots, app-controlled cars are more
popular. Board games are becoming less and less popular.
Straightforward action toys and figures have also become much more
detailed.
4. Have we lost our hands skills such as sewing?
Sewing by hand has become a thing of the past. Sewing Machines come
up in a big way. But guide sewing machines continue to be used. These
possess a hand pedal or a foot pedal. My mother has a completely
automatic computerised sewing machine, but she must operate it
herself when she sews.
5. What toys are popular with children in Pakistan now?
Many kinds of toys are very popular in pakistan. Children like wooden
toys As well as other mechanical toys; however, electronic toys are
quickly gaining popularity.
6. In general, do kids today have many toys?
Yes, they do. When I look at the children, I feel that they have too many
toys. I never had so many. I believe parents, now, are substituting time
that they have to spend with kids by giving them more and more toys.
7. Do you believe playing with electronic toys has a good influence on
children?
Yes, electronic toys introduce children to technology. They increase The
strategy forming abilities. They are great, but when kids spend too
much time on digital games, they forget everything else and then these
become unfavourable.
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Describe something important that has been kept in your family for a
long time.
You should say:
-What is it?
– When your family had it?
– How your family got it?
– And explain why it is important for your family?

Well, there are many things in our house that we use for different
purposes. Some of these things are new, and some are old.
Well In my home, we have an antic alarm clock. I could say this is only
the thing that my parents never throw it away due to their attachment
with it. It has a roman numeral and 4 hands to denote hours, minutes,
seconds, and alarm time. It is brown in color and got a stop alarm
button on the top.
My father always used to remind us that, this clock he possess since he
started college. He used to wake up early morning around 4 am to kick
off his day. He had to wake up in order to distribute newspapers as a
part-time job. He says the clock reminds him of the hard work he did in
his life.
My grandfather had given a gift to my father upon passing the
matriculation exam from which he also received the award in school. A
few times that alarm clock was broken, but it was fixed at an expensive
service charge.
Overall, my father believes that this clock is not only reminding about
his diligence but also to encourage us to the importance of time and
follow the schedule.
Part 3
1. Which do you think are better, old things or new things?
Well, it is very difficult to answer this question. In some ways old things
are better, such as jewelry of the old times has better designs, some of
which cannot be replicated now. As far as the technological gadgets are
concerned, new things are far better than the old ones.
2. As well as family photographs, what are some other things that
people keep in their family for a long time?
Apart from family photographs, some people keep the old jewelry for a
long time. Some people like to collect old coins, a hobby called
numismatics.
3. In your culture, what sorts of things do people often pass down from
generation to generation?
(Why?)
In my culture people pass down Jewellery from generation to
generation. Some articles of clothing are also passed from generation
to generation. For example, I have a stole, which has a traditional
Punjabi embroidery done by my great grandmother. Now I take this
stole on special functions in the family and every time I receive
compliments.
4. Why do you think people keep these things?
People keep these things as memories of the past. These things also
symbolize our traditions and culture. They hold nostalgic memories of
the past.
5. What are the benefits (= what is the value/what is the importance) of
keeping some old things in the family?
Old things are invaluable. Their worth cannot be calculated. They bring
back nostalgic memories of past. They make us re-live those times.
6. Do you think it’s good to recall the past?
Yes, I think it is good to recall the past. That is way digging into the
family history has become a very popular pastime. However, it should
not become an obsession. One should not go out of the way, and waste
a lot of money on searching for the past.
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Describe a line that you remember from a poem or song.
You should say
What is it?
What poem is it from?
How did you know about it?
How do you feel about it?
What is it? and What poem is it from? Well, in my childhood I learnt
many poems and heard many songs. Every time I listen these I recall
those days and I would like to talk about the poem Twinkle Twinkle
little star which is my all time favourite and I heard it for the very first
time when I started my school.
As we know young kids enjoy rhymes a lot, so our school teacher used
to make us sing these rhymes all day long. She taught us some hand
momend also and I used to look very cute moving my finger as stars are
twinklin.
How did you know about it? I used to keep on singing this rhyme all
day long and my parents also often make me sing for guests especially.
In those days we had no air conditioner and we used to sleep on
terrace under the open sky and before sleeping my ‘PT mother used to
tell me about the twinkling stars and used to sing this poem as a lullaby
to put me to sleep. In fact, I remember my voice clarity was way
superior to other kids in the class that’s why, I war chosen by my
teacher to sing this rhyme in the annual function.
How do you feel about it? I was wearing a fancy dress and I was
dressed up like a star where and I also received my first prize for my
performance. I am still keeping this small trophy than I received in my
study section and I often recall the childhood memories associated with
this particular poem.
Part 3
1. Are you good at memorizing things?
Honestly speaking, I am not too good at remembering things, but I
always note all essential items on a diary such as meetings,
appointments and much more and sometimes I also set the alarm,
which reminds me of time.
2. Do you think children like the rhythm of songs or poems?
Yes, I think it is easier for a child to learn songs or poetry, and there are
many reasons for it. First is that children do not have any responsibility,
which helps them to focus on their studies. Another reason is, in
childhood, a child’s brain easily more receptive, which learns and
remembers new things.
3. Do you think it is easier for children to learn songs or poems than
adults?
I think, yes. I remember in my childhood, I used to memorize many
poems, and I did it very easily. I don’t think I can do the same now. I
think it may be because, in childhood, our brains are more receptive.
4. What can people learn from songs or poems?
Poems and songs help people to keep in touch with culture, tradition
and language. Words used in songs and poems represent the culture
and history full of recession.
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Talk about something you enjoyed doing in a group.
You should say:
What was it?
With whom you did it?
When you did it?
How you felt about it?

The group activity give chance to participants moving around together

and work together. It’s useful in the early stages of team development.
I like both individual and group activities.
What was it? I took part in many group activities but here I would like
to talk about the activity which I did in a group three years ago at
university level, and I enjoyed a lot.
I took part in a competition. It was a team based competition, and we
were three-person who took part in it. The competition based on
different culture and traditions which presented through the
presentation.
With whom you did it ? My two friends Ayesha and fatima and I
decided to present Punjabi culture.
When you did it? We had only two days for preparation. So we divide
the work into three parts. We collected all information related to older
people living style, clothing designs and traditions which they followed
during functions such as marriage. We clicked pictures of this material
and also collected some clothes and old accessories to present in front
of judges.
I prepared a presentation of 30 minutes which describes everything in
detail. On the competition day we wear traditional dresses which liked
by all.
How you felt about it? We were successful to impressing the judges
and won the prize in that competition So that was the group activity
which I enjoyed.
Part 3
1. What kinds of quality does a leader need?
Many qualities that a leader need. For example. a leader must have
excellent communication skills. A leader should be very punctual and
have good patience.
2. What are the reasons for the failure of teamwork?
Teamwork fails because of poor coordination and lack of adjustment
and on the top of its unskilled leader.
3. Do children need to know more about teamwork?
yes. children should know about teamwork because it is very beneficial
for their future. Teamwork skill helps them to make proper
coordination which makes the team more robust.
4. Is cooperation more important than the competition?
According to my perception. both are equally important. We need
cooperation during teamwork which make the team strong and help us
to compete with other people.
5. Which one do you think is more important: individual development
or team goals?
A. Both are equally important. Whenever a person works individually,
he/she gets a chance to rise individually, which increase his/her
confidence. On the other hand, teamwork is also essential because a
person cannot do everything alone. So through teamwork, a person
comes to know how to adjust.
6. How to become a good member of the team in the workplace?
A person become a good member of a team only when if he/she
respect and praise other team members work and do his/her job with
full dedication. hard work and with honesty.
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Describe a Film You Watched or Describe a Film that made You Think a
Lot.
When and where did you watch it?
What was the movie about?
Who did you watch it with?
And explain why it made you think a lot.
I’ve seen a lot of movies in my life, but I would like to talk about a
movie which I watched not long ago and it left a lasting impression on
me.
I watched a Bollywood movie called ‘Piku’. This is a movie that follows
the relationship of a father and a daughter, and how a road trip brings a
daughter closer to her ageing father, who despite spending their lives
together fight over trivial issues.
I watched this movie alone in my dorm room, and it made me
emotional. I could not stop thinking about how I had stopped talking to
my parents regularly ever since I moved to attend college.
The movie had an amazing story, all the actors gave some exceptional
performances, you get to see stellar actors like Amitabh Bachchan,
Deepika Padukone, and Irrfan Khan together in a movie, and the reason
why I would recommend this movie to all my friends is that you would
understand the importance of a child-parent relationship. This movie
tells us, that as our parents start becoming older they start to become
our children and how we need to devote a small share of our time from
our busy schedule to our parents.
Thus, I consider why every individual needs to watch this film, and I
would certainly recommend this to my friends.
Part 3
1. What sorts of movies are popular in your country?
Well, pakistan is A diverse country. All genres of films are popular in
India. People love action, comedy, drama, thriller, romance, and many
other films.
2. Do different age groups like the same kinds of movies?
No, I don’t think so. Folks from different age classes normally have a
different decision in terms of the sorts of films they like. By way of
example, the older generation may prefer movies related to political
and social issues, and kids may prefer comedy and action movies. I
believe the preference for the type of movies people like, changes with
age.
3. What kinds of movies do young people particularly like?
Young people like to watch films based on fact or real-life incidents.
Superhero and science fiction films are also quite popular with kids.
Other popular genres enjoyed by the young generation are comedy,
romance, horror, and action.
4. Do fewer people choose to watch films in cinemas than people did
before?
No, I do not think so. These days more people choose to watch films In
cinemas when compared with the past. People are leading a very busy
and hectic life and visiting cinemas to watch movies is a popular way
that people opt for entertainment and for spending time with family
members and friends.
5. What are other ways to watch movies now?
Some other ways to watch films are on TV, through the online
streaming Websites and programs like Netflix, Hotstar, Amazon Prime
Video, etc. and through DVDs, which, however, is becoming less
popular.
6. What’s the difference between American films and films from the
nation?
There are some differences between Indian and American movies. The
content of the script is among them. It’s More closely about the
respective cultures of these nations. Language is 1 stage of difference.
Indian movies are produced in Hindi, English, or a lot of different
languages, depending on the region they’re created in. Another point of
difference is that the technology is accessible and used in movies,
especially for images, like in animation and for special results. Indian
movies still should catch up on that and haven’t reached the amount of
finesse in this field as American movies have.
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Talk about a prize you want to win.
You should say
What prize is it?
How do you know about it?
What will you do to win it?
Why do you want to win?

Everyone loves prizes, winning them makes one happy. Prizes also
motivate us to work hard and prove the fact that hard work is key to
success.
What prize is it? and How do you know about it? I have not won many
prizes in my life but one prize I would like to get would be the first prize
in race which is held every year in my city. The race is organized by
Standard Chartered Bank.
What will you do to win it? It is held to spread awareness about
diseases like cancer and also to make people aware about the benefits
of healthy living. All the money collected from this race goes to a
charity. The winner of the race gets a cheque of Rs 1 Lakh along with a
trophy, medal and a certificate. The winner also gets a chance to
represent the city in other races held across the world. Every year
almost ten thousand people from our city participate in this race. The
race is held in the first week of November, normally the first Sunday.
Why do you want to win? Last year one of my best friends won the
second prize in the race. He finished the distance of 42 km in approx. 3
hours. After seeing him get the second prize, I felt motivated to
participate in the race. I am not a professional runner but since then I
have started running. Nowadays I can run 30 kilometers in approx. 2.5
hours and I am working on improving my time. Hopefully I will be ready
by November. Preparing for this race has made me healthy and I have
also learnt a lot from running. If I do not win this year, I will keep trying
until I win the prize.
Part 3
1. What rewards can children get from school?
Children can get rewards in the form of certificates, medals, words of
appreciation in the classroom or assembly or in the form of notes
written to parents. Some other prizes that are given in schools are
books, stationary, and gift vouchers.
2. Should parents push their children to get prizes?
I would say that parents should encourage their children to participate
in competitions and give it their best efforts. They should make their
children understand that if their efforts are sincere, the rewards will
follow. Inculcating a sense of competition is important, but making
children over-competitive, can have some repercussions.
3. Is it good for children to compete for prizes at school?
It is good for children to compete for prizes as it gives them an
opportunity to test their abilities and skills. It also teaches them the
importance of putting in their best efforts. Prizes can act as a
motivation for many students to participate in competitions, and that,
in turn, helps them recognize their talent.
4. What kinds of rewards can companies offer to their outstanding
employees?
Companies can offer rewards to employees in the form of certificates,
vouchers, bonuses, and other gift prizes. Some companies also offer
gifts like holiday packages, etc.
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Describe a book you read that you found useful

You should say

When you read it?
What type of book is it?
What is it about
Why did you find it useful?

I read many books; some are textbooks and some books I purchased
according to my interest. I learn new things from every book.
Today I am going to discuss a very motivational book. The book’s name
is THE SECRET.
When you read it? Three years ago, I read this book the first time.
Actually, I was founding some books in the college library, and I saw
this book. I borrowed it because I thought it is a storybook, but I came
to know that it is a motivational book when I read it. It is a very useful
book, so I like to reread it. I suggested it to other people also to read it.
What type of book is it? It is a motivational book that encourages
people who are disappointed with their lives and deepens their urge to
succeed.
What is it about? The secret is a self-help book regarding the power of
thinking means, positive thinking and the law of attraction. The author
explains that if a person thinks positively, then he/she definitely get
positive outcomes.
Why did you find it useful? It is useful because it changes the way of
thinking. A person thinks positively after reading it, which brings
happiness, wealth and success in relationships. Another benefit is that
if a person thinks positive thoughts, it can improve his/her health.
Part 3
1. Do people in your country like to read books?
Yes, people in my country like to read books. There are bookshops in
most towns and cities, which are all doing good business.
2. What kinds of books are most popular in your country?
All types of books are very popular. Pakistan is a diverse country.
People have diverse tastes in everything, including reading.
3. Do you think reading is important?
Yes, reading is very important. It develops imagination and also
develops language skills.
4. Do you think electronic books will eventually replace paper books?
Not completely, but to a large extent, yes. E-books have a lot of
advantages. Benefits of e-books over traditional books :
Easy to carry while traveling , Need less storage space, Less costly,
Immediate purchase , You can do font adjustments.
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Describe your favorite clothes.

You should say:

What is it like?
Who gave it to you or where you bought it?
How often you wear it?
Explain how you feel about it or why you enjoy wearing it
What is it like? Well, my all-time favourite attire is jeans, pants and a t-
shirt. I can wear it almost daily and anywhere. I have many jeans pants
in different colours, but my favourite is the combination of dark blue
colour pants and a white t-shirt. I have many shades of blue denim
because I am very fond of wearing it. I make it a point to buy two to
three new pants on my birthday as a self-gift. Jeans is a rough and
tough famous outfit.
Who gave it to you or where you bought it? I have purchased one new
pair of jeans and a t-shirt recently from a local store in my city. That
store is very well-known for selling trendy casual wear at affordable
prices. It has a rich and varied collection. I love to visit that store, and so
sometimes I also go there for window shopping. I usually buy my
clothes from this outlet.
How often you wear it? I wear jeans and a t-shirt every day. I do not
need a special reason or an occasion to wear it. Whether it is an
ordinary day or some festival or event, you will find me in jeans. There
are many reasons why I prefer to wear this apparel/clothing in
comparison to any other dress.
Explain how you feel about it or why you enjoy wearing it? The first
and foremost reason is the comfortable feeling it gives to me. Wearing
jeans is considered stylish, and options in colours and styles are endless
in it. Jeans are known for its durability, and it is easy to maintain. I don’t
have to take any special care to wash it. Maintenance is also easy as it
does not require ironing.
Part 3
1. What is the difference between the dressing style of young people
and that of old people?
In my opinion, the younger generation is mostly influenced by the latest
fashion, whereas old age people are not the slave of fashion. Usually,
youth prefer to follow the modern fashion trends, and their inclination
is more towards western outfits, such as skirts, jeans, T-shirts, and the
fusion of Indian and western attire. Whereas, older adults wear
traditional clothes as they feel more comfortable in them.
2. What kinds of clothes do people wear after work?
Well, most people prefer to wear comfortable and casual clothes after
spending a long tiresome day at work. Typically at work, people have to
wear uniforms or formal dress, so when they are back home, they like
to relax and want to be more comfortable.
3. What kind of clothes should people wear at work?
Honestly speaking, people should wear formal clothes at work, and
many companies have their dress code policy, which employees are
expected to adhere to. In some workplaces, uniforms are needed,
which gives them an identity and develops a sense of discipline. Thus,
people should wear proper and formal clothes in the workplace.
4. Does personality affect how people choose what to wear?
Indeed, dressing sense reveals our personality to a greater extent. Type
of clothes we wear affect our behavior, attitudes, personality and
reflect our mood. Our clothes are an extension of our personality. They
tell people who we are, where we come from, and what we care about
in life.
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Describe an experience you had as a member of a team.

You should say:

What it was?
Who were the members of the team?
What role did you play in this team?
And explain how you achieved your goal?

Well, according to my perception, the team plays a vital role in

achieving tasks at both personal and professional levels. I strongly
believe in the proverb that ‘Together Everyone Achieves More’. I have
experienced being part of numerous amazing teams since childhood.
Moreover, I must admit that all my experiences were fabulous.
What it was? However, today I would like to talk about a situation
when I collaborated with a team during my college term, which
changed my life immensely.
It was about a couple of years ago when I was in the last semester of
my studies. Although I was doing great academically, one thing that
haunted me was public speaking.
Who were the members of the team? I mean to say, I had a phobia of
public speaking, and I used to fumble a lot. Out of the blue, one day, my
professor called me along with another four students from other
streams and informed us that we were nominated by him to do a team
presentation on Interpersonal Skills, at the college level.
I felt as if I was on cloud nine to get that golden opportunity as getting
selected out of 120 students is not a piece of cake. Yet, the other
moment I started to have blues, thinking of how I am going to work in a
group of strange people. I believe everyone had the same opinion that
it was a hard nut to crack until we met and started to work together.
What role did you play in this team? Since I had an excellent
presentation skill, I worked on preparing slides with the help of another
student. The others were skilled at orating and follow-up skills, so we
collaborated amazingly to utilize everyone’s strengths. Furthermore,
we brainstormed all the possible ways to deal with each other
weaknesses.
And explain how you achieved your goal? All my team members
helped me to overcome the fear of public speaking by boosting my
morale. Unexpectedly, everything went smoothly that day, although I
was nervous. That day I realized, if everyone is moving forward
together, then success takes care of itself.
Part 3
1. Would you like to work alone or work with a partner?

I enjoy working independently since I kind of hate being dependent

upon other people. However, it also depends upon the team members.
If I have a Fantastic rapport with all the group members, I find it quite
enjoyable.
2. What type of people are good to use?
The most important quality I try to look for in team members would be
sincerity. I mean sincerity with work. I’ve sadly worked with a lot of
Individuals who procrastinate endlessly, and I really dislike working
with such people.
3. Do you enjoy team work or group studying?
Yes, group learning/work is certainly enjoyable because it involves
sharing of ideas and discussions. Working/Studying alone sometimes
can be very boring. But occasionally it is also irritating especially if some
of the group members like talking a lot because then I get distracted.
4. What are the benefits of studying alone?
The largest benefit of studying alone definitely is that we can
concentrate better. So, It’s more effective to study independently.
Another advantage of studying alone is the flexibility it What I mean is
that we can study whenever or where we need, and we could study at
our speed.
5. What can children learn through teamwork?
The most important benefit I feel is children learn how to cooperate
and work alongside others. This is really valuable in adult life when
people have to work together on projects.
6. What are the disadvantages of working in a group?
I think, firstly, functioning in a group can be really inefficient because
We Must work at common set speed. Secondly, it occasionally leads to
sense of jealousy in the event another members aren’t very sincere in
their work and we’re dependent upon them to finish their job.
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Describe a goal that you achieved, which was set by yourself.

You should say:

What it was?
When did you set it?
How did you achieve it?
Explain how it influenced your life?

According to my perception, success is easy to achieve once we set our

mind on a specific goal and put all our efforts to achieve it. Moreover,
having an objective provides us a sense of clarity on what we want to
attain; it could be either a short term or a long-term aim. In fact, I have
set and accomplished a myriad of goals at both personal or professional
levels.
What it was? But last year, I made a new year’s resolution, and I made
sure I finished it.
In 2018, I took my board exams and that I sadly, I spent a great deal of
time sitting at home for two to three weeks. Due to weight reduction, I
lost confidence and stopped speaking to my buddies. Therefore, I
started staying indoor, and I gained much more weight.
When did you set it? So, at the beginning of 2019, I decided to shed all
of the weight that I gained and recover my confidence.
How did you achieve it? I mostly did three things to achieve it.
To begin with, I joined a fitness centre and remained routine by it.
I spent approximately 45 mins to 1 hour in the gym.
The second thing I did was to control and manage my daily diet.
This was really difficult for I love candy.
It was especially tough to give up on chocolates.
The final thing I did was to sleep on time.
I could just be routine with the gym if I woke up on time, and that
meant I had to sleep on time.
Earlier I had the custom of binge-watching TV displays, and so I used to
stay up late at night.
I’d like to wake up just very late, and thus if I did this, I would never
have been able to go to the gym.
I didn’t quit watching TV shows, and I just made sure I saw only 1
episode daily.
My gym trainer also told me that appropriate eight hours of sleep for
muscles to regenerate and heal, so sleeping time was crucial.
Explain how it influenced your life? Following three months of this
program, I was finally able to eliminate all that weight. Doing this made
me confident, and I began Heading out and meeting my friends again.
Part 3
1. Do people need to write down targets or just memorize them?
I live to write down my objectives. It just offers that additional
motivation because of a weak moment or when we are having a
terrible day, and we feel like giving up.
2. Do Pakistani people usually set goals?
Yes, many pakistani people do. I recall on 1st of January, many of my
buddies and I share our new year goals and resolutions.
3. Should parents set targets for children?
I believe parents should inspire children to maintain aims, but I don’t
Think parents should themselves keep their goals. Because I think if
children don’t maintain the aims, they won’t possess exactly the same
degree of motivation to fulfil them.
4. When do young men and women begin setting targets for
themselves?
I think there’s no fixed age. It all depends upon the person’s Maturity
and degree of responsibility. Some people begin keeping goals at a very
early age like at ten or twelve, while others begin keeping goals after
attaining adulthood. Goal setting is much more about self-fulfilment
and creating oneself better and that understanding to make oneself
better sometimes come early and sometimes late.
5. What are the sorts of goals that are unrealistic?
I think goals which are in tune with an Individual’s Personality are
realistic. I mean should I choose to do something which would need me
to make a radical shift in my personality, I wouldn’t be able to achieve
it. So that would be unrealistic for me.
6. Do young people and old individuals have different sorts of goals?
What are they?
I think both no and yes. Are more about accomplishing something in
existence, while targets for older men and women are about helping
their young achieve their aims in life. No, because sometimes targets
can be similar also, for example, I see both young and old attempting to
shed weight and look smart at the gyms.
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Describe a prize that you received.
You should say
What was it?
When you received it?
What did you do for it?
And explain how you felt about it?

I have always believed in working hard and not worrying about the
outcomes. But I would be lying if I said that I didn’t actually care about
prizes.
When I was in school, I took part in an inter-school quiz competition.
But, just before the inter-school quiz competition, we had our mid-
semester exams. So, I couldn’t really pay much attention to the
competition.
What was it? and When you received it? Despite that, I came first in
the competition and received a gold medal. And this made it all the
more special. The quiz was on different topics from science to match to
general knowledge. I went into the competition with no expectation of
winning. I just didn’t want to embarrass myself.
What did you do for it? But, two things worked in my favor. My general
knowledge has always been good because I read the newspaper daily. I
don’t even skip reading the newspaper on exam days. It is a part of my
daily routine. I couldn’t specially prepare for the other topics, but a lot
of the topics were similar to my school topics. So, when I was preparing
for my school exams, I was also in a way preparing for the quiz. I still
remember the day of the exam. I woke up on the day feeling really
nervous. In the first round of the quiz, I answered one question, then
another and then another. At that time, I felt I was just lucky. But by
the third and fourth round, I felt a lot more confident. One of the other
participants was also very good. In the last round, it was like direct
competition between both of us. However, I came on top by a slight
margin.
Immediately after the competition, I was awarded the gold medal.
And explain how you felt about it? I remember feeling very happy with
all my teachers and peers congratulating me. It was all so surreal. I still
get emotional thinking of that day sometimes.
Part 3
1. What kind of prizes do students get?
I think the main prize that students receive are for topping the exams.
Besides that, there are various competitions in schools like sports
competitions, debate competition, quiz competition, dance and singing
competitions, which entail prizes.
2. Should students get the same prize in sports and academics?
I think yes, sports and academics are the same in my eyes. I think they
both have their own importance. Therefore, a student who excels in
sports should be awarded the same way as students who excel in
academics.
3. Why should people be awarded?
I think awards are foremost recognition of a person’s efforts and hard
work. They also build a spirit of competition. In other words, awards
make people more motivated and work harder. I think very few of us
are self-motivated, and awards act as an external source of motivation.
4. Are awards always good for the winners?
No, I don’t think they are always good. They can also create a feeling a
superiority among the winners that they are better than others. This in
return, can also create a feeling a complacency among the winners and
stop them from working with the same level of dedication and
commitment as they did before.
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Describe a thing you bought and you are happy about

You should say

Explain why you bought it?
Why you selected this product?
From where you purchased it?
And explain why are you so happy about it?

Well, I am a fashion freak. I love to buy trending things such as clothes,

footwear, mobile phone and So On. However, here I would like to
about the most significant thing that I recently purchased.
Why you bought it? Actually, during the lockdown, all of my classes
started being conducted online due to which I was facing a lot of
problem in listening to the lecture.
Why you selected this product? When I discussed my situation with my
friend, then he advised me to buy AirPods as he was also using it. After
that, when I checked the same price, I got shocked as the rates were
too high.
Where you purchased it? Than I Once thought of buying ordinary
headphones; however, when I read the benefits of AirPods, I took a risk
to buy them from Amazon.
Why are you so happy about it? After using it, I think it’s one of the
best products that I have used till now as its features are unique. For
example, at the time of my lecture if by chance there is any unwanted
noice on my side, then it will be cancelled, and another person will hear
only my voice due to noise cancellation.
Moreover, the design of AirPods is exceptionally comfortable;
therefore, they do not drop and fit into the ear perfectly. Apart from
this, wired headphones were tough to handle since its wire gets
damage ample of times. Due to which I always had to buy a new one.
However, this problem has also been sorted by this as these are
wireless headphones with long-lasting battery backup.
So, this a product I bought and happy to use.
Part 3
1. Did you tell anyone after buying it?
Yes, I showed it to all my friends.
2. What are your thoughts about the trend that people buy new things
instead of repairing the old ones?
I believe that it is leading to a lot of environmental damage. Our landfill
sites are filling up. As far as possible, we should avoid buying new
things and get old ones repaired.
3. What is the product, which is consumed most in your country? Why?
Well, Pakistan is a diverse country and it is difficult to name one
product, which is used the most. Many things are used a lot. Almost
everyone seems to have a cell phone nowadays. So, maybe you can say
that a cell phone is used the most.
4. Is increasing consumerism a good trend?
No, definitely not. It does add to the economy, but it is causing a huge
damage to the environment.
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Describe an expensive activity that you enjoy doing occasionally.

You should say

What is it?
Who do you do it with?
Why is it expensive?
And explain how you feel about it?

Well, we all want to enjoy or experience expensive activities, but most

people’s financial condition does not allow them to relish such activities
frequently.
What is it? and Who do you do it with? I would like to talk here about
an expensive activity that I enjoy once in a while.
Actually, I have a group of friends, and we all love Arcade games, and
once in a month, we go for playing at a gaming parlour. Actually, there
is a shopping mall in my city where there is a gaming parlour by the
name Adventure Zone and here all type of games are available like
video games, slot machines billiards and bowling.
Why is it expensive? It is quite an expensive place to visit. Since one
has to buy a Card with 2000rs credit to enter the gaming zone and then
swipe the card and pay according to your choice games. We all friends
love playing bowling and have a kind of competition there.
In fact, it is also the most expensive game here. Then we also play some
video games and billiard too as it is my favourite. We generally visit this
place in the first week of every month when we get our pocket
allowance, and here we spend a lion share of it.
Explain how you feel about it? We really enjoy the loud music, buzz
and dancing Laser beams. Usually, after playing here for hours, we get
hungry and tired. So we hit the KFC restaurant in this mall which is our
Favorite and eat to the fullest.
This way we spend handsomely around Rs. 3000 on this activity which
is quite expensive for me.
Part 3
1. What kind of expensive things do people like to buy?
I think it varies from person to person, but generally, expensive things
people buy involve clothes, technological gadgets like mobile phones
and cars and motorcycles. The most expensive product that I own is an
Apple computer.
2. What the difference between men and women in buying things?
I don’t think there is a major difference today. However, men
sometimes make extravagant purchases like a costly watch or a mobile
phone. Women, I think make purchases after careful consideration.
3. What are the advantages and disadvantages of being rich?
I think the biggest advantage of being rich is that you can prioritize your
health and fitness over anything else, while poor people sometimes
have to sacrifice their health for money. The biggest disadvantage of
being rich is that people are always ready to fleece you. People don’t
feel guilty about cheating a rich person.
4. Why are some of the sports expensive? Are they for everyone?
Some of the sports, especially adventure sports, are expensive because
they require licenses, trained professionals and expensive safety
equipment. No, I don’t think everyone can afford them. Also, they are
not for the faint of heart because of the risk involved.
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Describe a friend/person who is a good leader.

You should say:

Who this person is?
How you know this person?
What he does?
Why do you think he is a good leader?

According to my perception, a person becomes a leader only when he

knows what is the right path, in which ways he/ she help other people
to solve their problem and think about other people first instead think
about himself.”
Who this person is? and How you know this person? I know many
people who have many leadership qualities, but here I would like to talk
about my classmate Komal. I believe she is an outstanding leader.
She is 25 years old and very beautiful.I know her since college days.She
is a very confident and straight forward girl. She never feels shy while
speaking in front of someone, so that’s why she clear her ideas very
smoothly. I remember she never misses even a single competition of
debate and presenting the presentation.
What he/she does? She is the head of the class in the college. After
completed her study, she joined a multinational company where she is
working as a head developer.
Why do you think he is a good leader? Her communication skills are
excellent.- She attends many meetings at the international level
because of her confidence and English. She also does much social work
and helps poor people. Especially poor girls who want to pursue their
study and She donates money for their education. Now she lives away
from me, so we communicate with each other through phone and
social sites.
Part 3
1. Who is the head of the family in your culture?
In my culture, the head of the family is the oldest male member of the
family if there is no older male in the house then more former lady is
the head of the family.
2. Are men better at decision making in a family?
I think gender difference is disappearing now a day, so both are equally
capable of decision making.
3. Do you think that in future there will be more women leaders?
It is difficult to predict the future. Women are indeed coming up in
every field, so it could imagine that there will be more women leaders
in the upcoming time.
4.Should a leader discuss with team members when making decisions?
Yes, a leader must discuss all the points with the team before making a
decision. In that way, a leader get new ideas about the decision.
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Describe your favorite singer.

You should say

How do you know this singer?
What is this person like?
Do you think he/she is good?

I love to listen to various forms of music depending on my mood and

situation. Although I listen to all the singer’s songs, my all time favorite
is Atif aslam. Not just because of his melodious voice but also because
of his calm and sober personality.
How do you know this singer? He is one of the leading artists of the
Pakistani music industry. He has many talents. He is not only a singer
but also a songwriter and an actor. He has acted in Pakistani movies. He
has won so many awards in his singing and acting career. I love his
songs and can’t help playing them on loop. My whole family loves him,
and we listen to him in the car on our road trips.
What is this person like? He is very stylish and has a very fashionable
dressing sense. He has become a youth icon, and many youngsters try
to copy his style. He comes from a very humble and has risen to
stardom because of sheer talent. He was inclined towards music from a
young age and used to sing in lahore. Slowly he started stage shows,
and it was there that he got noticed.
Do you think he/she is good? He is a big philanthropist and donates
money to many charities. In fact, he donates a significant part of his
income from stage shows to charities. I have also been to one of his
concerts in lahore. Listening to him live was such a unique experience.
He not only sang but also danced and interacted with the audience. I
would love to attend another of his concerts.
Part 3
1. Do singers play an important role in your country?
Yes, singers play an important role in my country. They are an integral
part of our culture, and their songs are played in various ceremonies,
weddings, and parties.
2. Do you think celebrities have a lot of income?
I think celebrities earn a lot of income, but it is justified. They work hard
and entertain us. They also sacrifice their privacy and personal space
because of their popularity.
3. In your country, people prefer to listen to traditional music or foreign
music?
In my country, the older generation still likes traditional music, but the
younger generation is influenced by the western world and prefers to
listen to foreign music.
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Describe a person who you think is very open.

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Who this person is?
How you know this person?
Why do you think this person is very open?
And explain how you feel about this person?

I think very few people today are open and frank. I myself am not very
open, and I don’t find it easy to express my feelings.
Who this person is? and How you know this person? But I really think
that my mother is a very open person. I have experienced her
straightforward nature many times. She doesn’t hide her thoughts and
feelings. She openly expresses them.
Why do you think this person is very open? For example, I recently
made a cake. She found it too sweet and when I asked for her opinion,
she clearly said she didn’t like it. And she isn’t like that with us family
members only, but others also. She speaks her mind. Sometimes
people get offended due to this too.
But as people get to know her, they understand that she is just straight
forward and she intends to help and not to insult. Over the years, I have
found that more and more people appreciate her for
straightforwardness rather than take offence. Her straightforward and
direct nature is also a reason, many of our relatives and neighbours
come and share their worries with her. They know she will speak her
mind.
And explain how you feel about this person? I think it requires a lot of
courage for a person to be open and direct. I care too much about
other people’s feelings, and as a result, sometimes I lie or make
promises I can’t keep. My mother never does that, and I think she is
really brave deep-down. She is very secure about herself, and she is not
afraid to show her true self to people.
I really wish I could be more open like that.
Part 3
1. Is it difficult for pakistani people to express their feelings?
Yes, Pakistani people are very emotional and polite compared to a
foreigner, so they feel shy while publicly expressing their feelings.
2. Who do you think to talk more? Children or grown-ups?
Definitely children are more talkative as compared to an adult. The first
reason for their behaviour is that they do not feel shy while speaking
and don’t care about other people they talk about.
3. What do you think is the difference between boys and girls in
expressing their feelings?
Generally speaking, girls are more expressive than boys. Boys hide
their, feeling but girls do not.
4. Do you think people are more open than in the past?
Nowadays, people are more selfish and self-centred, so they hide many
things, and they also want to save their image; that’s why they do not
express their feelings openly. On the other hand, people in the past
were very helpful and supportive, so they express their feelings openly.
5. Why do you think people are less open?
Answered in the last question.

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Describe a person who helps others in his or her spare time.
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Who is this person?
How often this person helps others?
How this person helps others?
How do you feel about this person?

It is very difficult to find those people who are ready to help other
people without any expectations.
Who is this person? Today, I am going to talk about my neighbour, who
does help other people in his free time.
His name is Raman. He lives with his family in my neighbourhood. Not
only himself, but his family is also helping poor people. Mr. Raman is
tall and handsome; he has done masters in biotechnology and works
for a medicine company. His working time is from 9 am to 5 pm.
How often this person helps others? Instead, to return home to rest,
he goes to a private school after his job where he teaches poor children
free of cost. He teaches 12th class students and helps them to select
the right career after school.
Why this person helps others? He helps poor children because he
thinks children are the future of the country so they can change the
world if children get the right education and guidance on time other
with they may select the wrong path such as the criminal world.
How do you feel about this person? I feel very proud of this person
because he is doing great work. I always try to learn some important
skills from him, which are very beneficial for my future.
Part 3
1. Do people nowadays help others more than in the past?
There have been helpful people in every era, and they use the means
they can to help others in need. I believe that people have more means
to help other people anywhere in the world because of technology.
That was not possible in the past.
2. Who should teach children to help others?
Parents or teachers? Both parents and teachers share the responsibility
to ensure that children learn to help others. Parents should be role
models for their, and teachers can have lessons and activities in schools
to inculcate/imbibe this value/virtue in children.
3. In what kind of professions do people help others more?
I think in all professions, people help others directly or indirectly
through their products and services. However, those working in the
social/community service fields, like NGOs working to promote child
education, women empowerment, and other such social issues, help
others more.
4. Why are some people willing to help others?
People who are empathetic, sensitive, and compassionate are more
willing to help others. These values are what they have seen and
learned from their parents, teachers and other people around them
while they are growing up.
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Describe an old person you know and respect.

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Who he or she is?
How you know this person?
What he or she is like?
And explain why you respect him or her?

Well, It is our culture to respect the elders and do all the works with
their permission, and it doesn’t matter big or small. I know many older
adults, and I always give respect to them.
Who he or she is? and How you know this person? However, I would
like to take this opportunity to talk about my grandfather, whom I don’t
only admire the most, but also, he is very close to my heart. Like any
other grandchildren, I am extremely attached to him due to his
unconditional love. There is nothing so extraordinary to exaggerate
about him, but one thing that makes him special is his humble and
down to earth nature. By profession, my grandpa is a retired doctor as
he is in his 80s and is very simple and a kind man. Frankly speaking, I
have seen him since my childhood working really hard to cure his
patients.
What he or she is like? Moreover, he never discriminated between
affluent and deprived people and always consider all his patients
equally. I remember when he was working in his clinic, sometimes few
patients did not have any money to pay the fees, but he still consulted
them that too free of cost. I vividly remember people used to say that
there is some magic in my grandpa’s hand, and they consider him as
God as he healed numerous sick patients.
I always wonder how he manages to be so generous and grounded,
being at such a prestigious position. Besides, he is never proud of his
achievements and wealth. He believes in simple living and high thinking
that makes me a die-hard fan of him.
And explain why you respect him or her? I admire him for so many
reasons, but mostly because of the loving and caring nature for
everyone. It wouldn’t be wrong if I say that he is my biggest inspiration,
and I love him to the moon and back.
Part 3
1. What qualities does a person need to have to take care of old
people?
In my perspective, a person should be very patient by nature when it
comes to taking care of old people. In old age, people tend to move
around or do routine jobs. It is essential for a caretaker to show
patience while nursing an old person, and he should also be
compassionate nature.
2. Do you think old people should be taken care of at home?
In my opinion, if younger people are working they do not have time,
then professional caretaker had better be hired. Otherwise, home is the
best place as chances of recovery are higher when they are close to
their family members, enjoying the warmth and comfort of their own
home.
3. How can people in the neighbourhood help the elderly during an
epidemic?
Actually, in my country community members have strong bonding and
they are always ready to help each other at times of need. For instance,
recently, due to the Corona virus, few elderly couples were not allowed
to go out of their houses for safety reasons, and during this time the
neighbours helped them in every possible way.
4. Do you see this kind of help occurring in your neighbourhood?
I think neighbours can help old people living next door in many ways.
For example, they can get them groceries from the market as old
people cannot afford to go out frequently. In addition, people of this
age generally suffer from loneliness, so neighbours can give them some
company to help them feel better.
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Describe an old friend you got in contact with again.

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Who he or she is?
What he or she is like?
How you got in contact?
And explain how you felt about it?

Well, people quickly lose their contact with friends, especially school
and college friends, in today’s fast-paced life. I also pass through this
situation. I lose many friends’ contacts, and it is happening because I
am busy with my job, and some of my friends are too busy in their
work, life and some shift to another place or country.
Who he or she is? Here I would like to talk about my school friend,
whom I found on Facebook. it is not fair to say, but Sometimes my
thanks to the Corona pandemic because it slowed down life, and
people get time to spend with their families. Her name is Fatima .We
studied for ten years together. Her father has a cloth business. Her
family shifted to Karachi to expand the business, so she had to move
there. She gave a phone number to me on a slip, but unfortunately, I
lost the slip. I missed her a lot.
What he or she is like? She was a brilliant student. She is not only in
good in academics but performs very well in sports also. She was good
at math, and sometimes she also taught other students if they found
difficulties in that subject. She likes to live very simple means she does
not like trendy clothes.
How you got in contact? Last month I was checking my Facebook
account, and I entered her name in the search box, luckily her account
showed in the list. I clicked on it and sent a friend request to her. She
accepted the next day and also sent a mobile number through the
message. After that, we start calling each other.
And explain how you felt about it? I felt thrilled because I was trying to
find out the contact with her for many years. Now, whenever we call
each other, we recall our old days and memories.
Part 3
1. What is the influence of social media on friendships?
I think social media has definitely enabled us to maintain friendships
better. We all know our friends are just a click away. At the same time,
it has all reduced face to face contact, and I think that has weakened
the bonds of friendships.
2. Why do people lose contact with each other after graduation?
I think the main reason is that we get busy with jobs. Moreover,
sometimes people move to another city for a job. We don’t see our
friends daily, and we come in contact with new people. Building new
friendships consumes time, and thus inadvertently people lose touch
with friends.
3. Do people in your country like to make new friends?
Definitely, I think Pakistani peoples are very social. We love
conversation, meeting new people. Every time, I travel, I come back
with a new contact in my phone.
4. Do you think old friends are more important to the old generation or
the young generation?
I think old friends are important to both the new and old generation. I
think talking with childhood friends takes people back to childhood
days in some sense, and most people miss that time – a time free of
tensions and worries.
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Describe an intelligent person you know.

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Who is the person?
What does he/she do?
Why do you think he/she is smart?
How do you feel about him/her?

Well, I know a lot of personalities who are extremely talented and

intelligent, but I would definitely take this opportunity to talk about my
best friend, taimoor.
What does he/she do? He is actually my classmate, and I know him
from almost the last 4 years, and I can say he is really smart and
intelligent because he always stands first in my class.
Why do you think he/she is smart? He is really good at academics, and
no other student can come close to him when it comes to studying. For
example, Mathematics is a subject that most students find very difficult
and it haunts them, but it is actually the favourite subject of my friend.
He really enjoys it, and he understands This subject really well. In fact,
he helps students of the class in understanding this subject in a better
way. He is always in the good books of the teachers; this is perhaps the
reason why he is also the monitor of the class.
One thing that really impresses me about taimoor is that he is not only
good at academics, but he is equally good at extracurricular activities.
My school organizes various competitions, for example, speech
competition, quiz contests, and he takes part in all of these and usually
win the best prize as well.
How do you feel about him/her? In fact, he is the captain of the
school’s cricket team, so his intelligence is not confined to just
academics, but he is also really smart at other activities. He has
solutions to all the problems because of his intellectual ability.
Overall, he is a very smart person that impresses me a lot with his
intelligence.
Part 3
1. Are most intelligent people happy? Why?
Not necessarily. Intelligent people have high expectations of life. They
may feel unhappy if things don’t go according to their expectations.
But, at the same time i think it is difficult to generalise. Intelligent
people know that happiness is a state of mind, and so they may try
their best to stay happy.
2. Do you think intelligent people are selfish?
No, selfishness has nothing to do with intelligence. I think it is personal
nature to be selfish. A person who is intelligent may get success in his
life and may seem to be selfish, but actually he is not. Even people who
are not so intelligent may be selfish. It is basic human nature to look
after one’s own interests first. So, it cannot be said that intelligence
makes people selfish.
3. Do you think intelligent people are helpful?
Well, a helpful nature also has nothing to do with intelligence. Anybody
can be helpful, but intelligent people can help in better ways with their
intelligence. People who are not intelligent but have money can help by
giving money, but intelligent people can help by educating the poor.
4. Who do you think plays a more important role in children’s
education, parents or teachers? Why?
Well, both have a vital role in children’s education. The role of both
parents and teachers is different, but equal. So, it is difficult to say, who
has a greater role. In social education, parents have a greater role, but
in academic education, teachers have a greater role.
5. What qualities do you think a good teacher should have?
A teacher should have good communication skills. Without good
communication skills, a teacher cannot teach well. Secondly, he should
have depth of knowledge of the subject. Then, he should be impartial.
He should have no bias towards the rich or poor students. He should be
able to come down to the level of the student to teach well.
6. How do teachers help children in their education?
Teachers help in all possible ways. They work hard to provide good
academic knowledge to the students. They have to keep themselves
up-to-date with the latest syllabi and teach students according to the
requirement of the time. They can also do some career counselling and
advise the students any career path according to their aptitude.
7. Why are some children more intelligent than others?
It can be because of genes. Some may be born intelligent. Some
children may work hard to achieve that level of intelligence.
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Describe a family which you like and are happy to know.

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Who they are?
Where they live?
How you know them?
And explain why you like them?

The family plays a vital role in every person’s life. I know many families,
some are my relatives, and some live in our neighbourhood, and mostly
they are polite and intelligent.
Who are they? And where they live? Here I would like to talk about a
family that comes to our society four months ago. I enjoy spending time
with them. They belong to Bengali culture. There are six members in
the family, Mr. Sengupta, his wife, his parents and two children. Mr.
Sengupta works in the railway department. They lived in Agra before
the shift here.
How do you know them? Families belong to different religions live in
our society, and there is one rule of our society to organize a dinner
party whenever a new family comes into our society.
So I meet them the first time at the dinner party; they are very decent
people; their children are brilliant and well mannered. The Father of
Mr. Gupta, retired from Army, and his mother is retired from a
government bank.
I feel very happy when I came to know that Mrs. Sengupta is an English
teacher. I requested her to teach English because I am preparing for the
IELTS exam. She gets ready to teach me.
Now I go to their home every evening from 5 to 7 pm for speaking and
writing. She is a very polite lady and never gets irritated if I asked some
questions again and again.
Explain why you like them? I noticed one thing in their house and that
everything is well placed and they do not force their children to do
something; in fact, they support their children’s decision, which I like.
Part 3
1. Who is usually the leader in an pakistani family?
pakistan is a patriarchal society, and, in most families, the eldest male
member is the leader. If it’s a joint family, its generally the grandfather
and in nuclear families, it’s the father.
2. How do grandparents take care of their children?
I think today grandparents fill the void left behind by working parents.
Both the parents work today and as such, are not able to devote
enough time to the children. So, grandparents raise children just like
parents. They also teach them about moral values. In some ways, they
are also responsible for spoiling children as they give in to their
demands much more easily than parents too.
3. What’s the most important quality of a good parent?
I think the best quality of a good parent is flexibility. Flexible parents
tend to be open-minded and easy-going. They resolve disagreements
smoothly. Kids are naturally defiant, and thus, inflexible parents
increase defiance and rebelliousness in their kids, and this always
escalates conflicts.
4. How can new parents learn about parenting?
I think there are many ways to learn about good parenting. They can
read books on parenting. They can join parenting classes, they can
watch video on you-tube about parenting and last, but not least, they
can take guidance from their own parents.
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Describe an energetic person that you know.

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Who is this person?
How do you know this person?
Why do you think this person is energetic?
And explain how you feel about this person?

According to my perception, an energetic person is that who is always

ready for action, either is physical or mental—a person who does not
feel tired.
Here I am going to talk about a very energetic person.
Who is this person? Her name is Fatima. She lives next to my home.
She is a teacher of mathematics in the private school.
There are five members of her family, her husband, father -in- law,
brother- in- law and four-year-old son. All members of her family are
working.
Why do you think this person is energetic? She is the only lady of her
family, so she has to manage household chores and school work. she
wakes up at 4 am. She starts her day with prayer and then begins other
household chores such as dusting, mopping, washing clothes and
preparing food for all. She completes all this work at 6 0′ clock. After
that, she gets ready for her son to school. She leaves home at 7 o’clock
and comes back at 3 o’clock.
Instead of taking rest, she teaches math to 10 students from 4 to 6 0′
clock in the evening and then she completes the rest of the house
chores and prepares dinner for the family. She goes to bed at 10
o’clock. So this is her daily schedule. I think she is a brave lady who
manages all this very calmly.
How do you know this person? I know her very well because I am not
only her neighbour, but was attending math class in her home last year.
And explain how you feel about this person? She is a big motivation
for me. Even though she is very busy in her personal and professional
life but still maintains her physique very well because she does yoga in
the morning.
Part 3
1. What kind of jobs need a lot of physical activity?
I think with the coming of computers and technology, a lot of jobs don’t
require as much physical activity as in the past. Still, there are a few
jobs that involve manual labour like masonry, plumbing, painting etc.
which involve a lot of physical activity.
2. What’s the difference between payment for physical work and
payment for mental work?
It’s a fact that today as a society, we give more importance to mental
work as compared to physical work. So, jobs that require mental work
entail a much higher salary than jobs with physical work. In Pakistan,
especially, jobs with physical work like farming, plumbing, painting,
working in factories are some of the least paid jobs.
3. Can physical workers have higher salaries in the future?
On the contrary, I think physical workers would have even lower
salaries in the future relatively. This is because machines are gradually
replacing manual work, and I think the need for manual labour is
coming down tremendously.
4. Do you think machines could replace manual labor in the future?
I don’t think machines will replace manual labor completely, but there
would definitely be an impact. I think with the coming of new
technologies, new types of jobs will be created, which will require
different skill sets. This, in fact, is already visible for example, with the
coming of driverless cars – there has been a fall in the jobs for drivers.
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Part 3
1.What are the qualities of a good teacher?
I think a teacher should be patient, understanding, open, and friendly.
They should also be able to adapt to the classroom situation and the
student's needs, and improvise and adjust a lesson plan on the fly, if
need be.
2. what do you think are most important practical skills or academic
skills?
3. which age group is best for learning
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Describe a famous person that you are interested in

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Who this person is?
How you know about this person?
How this person became famous?
And explain why you like this person?

My favorite celebrities list is long, from which some are Amarinder Gill,
Satinder Sartaaj, Sonu Nigam, and so on.
But here I would like to talk about a particular person who has not just
touched my heart but also of billion other people with his hard work
and determination. The name of the person is Ravi Singh, and he is
currently the CEO of Khalsa aid, an organization known for
humanitarian work worldwide. He is in his early 60’s despite that he
looks hale and hearty by the grace of God.
How this person became famous? I got to tell About THIS person for
the first time when I was watching BBC news; this channel made a film
about Ravi Singh in 2016 titled ‘The Selfless Sikh,’ which documented
his journey to Northern Iraq, where he provides aid to Yazidi families
who have fled their homes to escape the brutality of Islamic State. The
film follows Singh into Iraqi Kurdistan’s heart as he delivers aid to Yazidi
refugees in makeshift camps, barely 70 kilometers from the IS
stronghold of Mosul.
why you like this person? Not only this, he has done several other
works that make every human being feel proud of him. Most
importantly, regardless of his worldwide fame, he always speaks very
softly with the people around him.
So, these are the reasons that why everyone respects him.
Part 3
1.What type of people are famous in your country?
In my country cricketers very famous, Bollywood stars are very famous
and at the same time, some people who have an outstanding
achievement or have accomplished something in life become public
figures. Most of these people are role models and many people dream
of becoming like them. So, people who can attract large crowds
become famous in my country.
2. How do people become famous nowadays?
People become famous when they have achieved something that other
common people have not done so far. Some of the movie stars are very
famous because they have a box office hit. Some singers are famous
because of their singing talent. Politicians become famous for their
oratory skills. There is another category of famous people that become
famous among people by their wrong deeds.
3. What is the difference between people who were famous earlier and
who are famous now?
A few decades ago people were famous who had achieved something
or had hit upon an invention. Some people were famous for their
sacrifice or for their giving nature for example Mother Teresa.
Nowadays many people are famous just because they are children of
famous people, their dressing sense or singing talents.
4. What qualities do famous people have in common
All the famous people have a public appeal they have a talent or charm
that can attract crowds. Some famous people are very intelligent like
the famous mathematician Shakuntala Devi. But one thing is sure, a
famous person must always be humble and grounded only then he will
retain the fame.
5. What do you think about nepotism amongst the famous people
Nepotism is a practice to use power to favour their near and dear ones.
Recently nepotism debate was ignited in the Bollywood after the death
of Sushant Singh Rajput. Basically, nepotism was always present among
the famous people because many politicians or celebrities wanted to
use their influence and give a platform to their children to achieve
success. Even in the ancient times the kings and the Nawabs used to
have their near and dear ones on the highchairs So nepotism was
always present wherever there was fame
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Describe a polite person whom you know.

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Who is the person?
How you know him/her?
And explain why you think this person is polite?

Being polite is one of the greatest virtues. Unfortunately, not many

possess it.
Who is the person? These days, most people are abrupt and rude, but I
feel lucky to know an extremely soft-spoken Mr. Singh, my Maths
teacher. I have observed his politenara’As throughout my school time.
How you know him/her? He was our Mathematics teacher, as you
know, usually mathematics teachers very strict by their nature but, Mr.
Singh had a very calm and friendly nature where most students find
maths a very difficult subject and avoid it.
Explain why you think this person is polite? But, because of the polite
and soft nature of Mr. Singh, students developed their interest in
learning Mathematics as he never used to get angry or punish students
for not completing their work. Rather teach them in a more practical
and easier way.
In fact, he was not even harsh with students who used to create
indiscipline. He always used to make them realise their mistakes very
politely. For his polite nature, he was respected by students as well as
teachers, and everyone used to enjoy his company.
I vividly remember, when I was taking extra Maths classes near exams
at his home, I observed he was equally polite with his family as others.
In contrast, most people behave differently and pretend to be polite in
front of society. The best aspect of his personality is that he always
wears a smile on his face, and I wish I too become a polite person like
him.
Part 3
1. Do you think you are a polite person?
Yes, I think I’m a polite person. I don’t speak rudely with anyone. I try to
help anyone who comes to me for help.
2. How do you show politeness?
I don’t think anyone can show politeness. It just reflects in one’s
behavior.
3. Do you think politeness is important?
Yes, politeness is very important. Politeness begets politeness. If we are
polite to others, only then we can expect politeness from them.
4. In your opinion, why is it important to show respect to others?
It is important to show respect to others, because it reflects our own
nature. If you will respect others only then you will get respect from
others. If you will disrespect others, no one will care for you.
5. Can you give me some other examples of how people show
politeness in your country?
In my country, people show politeness in many ways. Giving an elderly
person your seat in the bus is one method of showing politeness.
Standing up when the teacher comes in the class is another way of
showing politeness. Stopping your car to let the pedestrian cross the
road is also a way of showing politeness. Helping an elderly person
cross the road is also a way of showing politeness.
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Describe a person who wears unusual clothes.

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Who is he/she?
How do you know him/her?
What kind of clothes he/she wears?
Why do you consider that his/her clothing choices are weird?

Nowadays, people mostly judge another person’s personality and

behaviour through his/her dress.
Most people used to wear formal and casual clothes that suit their
personalities, but I saw some people who wore abnormal clothes or can
say unusual garments.
Who is he/she? and How do you know him/her? Here I am going to
talk about my neighbour, who wears unusual clothes. Her name is
Fatima She is 25 years old and doing graduation at a local college. Her
face complexion is not too fair.
What kind of clothes he/she wear? and Why do you consider that
his/her clothing choices are weird? She wears very unusual clothes
such as very bright colours and abnormal dress design. She doesn’t only
wear unique clothes but wears unusual footwear also. A few days ago,
in December when most people wear woollen clothes, she wore a
bright pink colour summer dress with red colour shoes. Everyone
thought is she made. Some people also laugh at her, but she did not
mind it.
I know her since childhood. I think it is not her fault, of wearing
different designer clothes because her mother bought clothes for her
when she was a child.
So in that way she is habitual to wearing unusual clothes.
Part 3
1. Where do Indians normally buy clothes?
well, people visit a variety of shops and a mall to buy clothes. People
who are not friendly with online shopping prefer to buy clothes from
the local market but the young generation purchases clothes from
online websites. People buy home-wear clothes from the street market
because only street shops provide clothes at a very low price.
2. The difference between men’s and women’s choices of clothes?
Girls and boy children look the same, so they wear similar dress types,
but as adults, there are body type differences, so they preferred to buy
those clothes that suit their bodies and make them more attractive and
give them a professional look. Another difference is the colour
selection. Men mostly buy blue-white, grey and brown colours but
women like bright colour such as pink, red, orange, green.
3. Do clothes affect people’s mood?
Not even I but several studies show our mood can be affected
depending on what we wear. Memories or emotions attached to our
clothes can evoke excellent or bad feelings when we wear them. When
a person, especially a woman, wears a new dress and gives her good
comments, she always remembers it whenever she wore the dress. On
the other hand, in some places such as office and hospital employees
have to wear uniforms, and it doesn’t matter they like it or not at that
time some people feel uncomfortable and sad.
4. What do people consider when buying clothes?
People consider colour, quality and stuff mean is cloth is comfortable or
not. Women consider one more thing, and that is unique because they
want to look different.
OR
I think people consider many factors while buying clothes. Some of the
main factors are cost, colour, brand, comfort, uniqueness, etc.
Personally, I prioritize brand and comfort over other factors.
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Describe an art exhibition that you visited.

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When did you see this exhibition?
Where the exhibition was held?
What was on display?
Explain your impression of the exhibition.

Art exhibitions are often organized to exhibit the art of famous artists.
When did you see this exhibition? and Where the exhibition was
held? I would like to talk about one such exhibition that was organized
in my city lately. This exhibition was held in the convention center of
my town where I visited with my friends.
What was on display? There was a small entry charge for visitors that
we paid happily, and we got amazed to see different forms of art that
were on display inside. The very first section was of paintings where
there were paintings of all different sizes by the different painters.
Few of these paintings were auctioned at this exhibition as well. In the
next section, we experienced pottery art. In fact, there was a live
workshop where an artist was demonstrating how the pots are made.
We purchased few pots to appreciate his work.
Explain your impression of the exhibition. Moving forward, we saw
many other forms of art such as handicraft, wad carving, stone carving,
jewelry making and many others. I was extremely impressed by the
work of artists as I had never realized the efforts they have to put
behind their work.
For example, one weaver said it takes him 15 days to make just one
scarf. I must say this exhibition not only made me familiar with various
forms of art but increased the value of artists in my eyes.
I must say, this exhibition was very well organized as everyone
appreciated the way it was managed. Overall, it was a time when I
attended an art exhibition.
Part 3
1.How could art exhibitions attract more visitors?
Special events offer such a discount on paintings, free entry on special
days, and memberships usually attract more visitors.
2. Are art exhibitions popular in your country?
Yes, exhibitions are popular in India. Even though people are very busy
with their work, they save some time for themselves, family, and
friends they spend in the museum and enjoy the exhibition.
3. Do you think people should have to pay to visit art exhibitions?
According to my perception, visits to art galleries should be paid
because it will help management manage expenses. But it doesn’t
mean that a visiting fee should be high because high charges may
reduce the number of visitors so if the gallery sets an entry fee. It
should be affordable.
4. How will art exhibitions change in the future?
The coming time will have advantages and disadvantages for
exhibitions. Nowadays, most things are available online, so busy people
will prefer to buy the painting online. The advantage is, Apart from this,
the organizers will focus more on providing immense knowledge and
good services to the visitors by organizing light and sound shows.
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Describe a special hotel you stayed in.

You should say

Where is it?
Why you went there?
What is it like?
Explain how you felt about it.

Well, we often go for holidays and during this time we stay in hotels.
Usually we book budget hotels but here I would like to share my
experience of staying in a luxury hotel, which was a Four Stars property
Holiday hotel. Actually, during last summer we went to Manali to
escape the heat of plains.
We booked this hotel online and we got this property at a very
reasonable price. We booked a suite, so that we all four members can
put up together. Holiday Inn is a River view hotle and one can see the
roaring river from the hotel room and it is really a breath-taking view.
It is a massive hotel with hundreds of rooms and we got really
impressed by the interiors. Beside comfortable rooms, this hotel had
many facilities for the guests for example swimming pool where we had
a lot of fun together. There was also a gaming room where my brother
and I played table tent for the very first time.
The best part of the stay in this hotel was the food. There was a multi
cuisine restaurant where we tried few international foods. The food
was finger licking delicious and we ate to the fullest. I feel lucky
because at their the famous Punjabi singer Guru Randhawa He was also
staying in the same hotel.
So, I had an opportunity to have a selfie with him and also get his
autograph. This thing made our stay in this hotel memorable Overall, it
was a memorable experience in this hotel and I wish to stay in the hotel
again.
Part 3
1. Do the ratings of people influence their choice?
Yes, I think most people look at hotel ratings before making a
reservation. I believe it is very difficult to judge how the stay experience
would be just by looking at the hotel and room pictures.
2. How do people reserve rooms?
Nowadays, many online websites are available through which people
reserve their rooms. In addition to this, people who are not friendly
with the internet use the telephone to reserve the hotel room or book
a room when they visit the place.
3. What influences people’s choice of hotels?
I think many factors influence people’s choices. The two main factors
are the price of the rooms and the amenities available like air
conditioning, TV, locker and so on. Internet ratings and reviews are also
a major consideration nowadays.
4. What’s the difference between hotels in your country and hotels
abroad?
I don’t think there is any particular difference in hotels. Today, there
are hotels from chains like Taj, Hilton, Marriot all over the world. The
design may vary depending upon the location, for example, beaches,
hillsides etcetera. But as India has all these types of locations, nearly all
types of hotels are available here.
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Describe a place/person/home you like to visit but you don’t want to
live there.

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What place is it?
When do you visit that place?
How do you feel about it?
Why don’t you want to live there?
What place is it?

Well, I’m a travel freak and I love to explore different places. But solo
travelling is not my cup of tea. I love to travel with my friends to
exciting tourist destinations or to my relatives. However, the most
common problem that I usually face is living at any place for more then
2 days. As it becomes really tiring and uncomfortable.
When do you visit that place? and How you feel about it Similarly, I
love to visit my relatives house as we have a lot of fun and do various
activities like go for Window shopping, watch films and so on. Despite
that it becomes quite difficult for me to stay there for a long time due
to various reasons.
Firstly, I don’t like if anyone gets disturb because of me. As its a fact
that when any relative visits the whole schedule of the host hinders.
Secondly, they do a lot of formalities like cook 2 to 3 dishes as well as
something sweet and that not only for one day but till the date I live
with them.
Why you don’t want to live there Most importantly, it does not matter
that your house is huge or small, it’s the only place where a person gets
satisfaction and gets relaxed after working a full day.
Aprt from this, I do have some responsibilities towards my home due to
which I can’t stay away from it for a long time.
So, my cousins house is a place where I love to visit but cant live there.
Part 3
1. What type of apartment do most people in your country like to live
in?
Well, it depends on whether a person is living in the city or the
countryside. In small cities, most of the people live in independent
houses. In the rural areas, people live in houses built out of mud or
brick depending upon their financial status. One more interesting fact is
that majority of the population in my country lives in rented
accommodation.
2. Do people in your country like to invite others as guests?
Yes, people in my country love to invite others as guests. In fact, in our
culture, the guests are given the status of Gods. Usually, people like to
invite each other for dinners during the holidays. I believe that Pakistani
culture gives a lot more value to relationships than the western world,
which is why people here love to develop strong bonds with their
neighbours and relatives.
3. Do people take gifts when they visit each other?
well, it depends on the occasion, means when someone visits first time
to another’s house, then he/she take the gift. Moreover, on special
days such as wedding parties,
4. What is the difference between the houses in the city centre and the
suburbs?
There are many differences between the houses located in posh areas
of the city and those located in the outskirts. The primary difference is
the price, the houses in city centres are generally expensive, whereas
those in the suburbs are generally more affordable. Another reason
why people move to suburban areas is that because they can build
large houses there and these areas are less crowded as compared to
city centres. Naturally, there is ample parking space and less traffic
congestion in the suburbs.
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Describe a piece of international news you have just recently heard.

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What the news is about?
Where and when you heard it?
What you were doing when you heard the news?
Explain it how you felt about this piece of international news?

Well, it is essential to follow the news to remain up-to-date with

current affairs. Along with, national news I also follow international
news.
What is the news about? Here I would like to Share international news
of the Covid-19 vaccine that I recently read. Actually, I developed my
interest in news during the lockdown as I was following how the corona
is spreading in different parts of the world.
Where and when you heard it? No doubt, millions worldwide are
suffering from this disease, and thousands have lost their lives. Earlier,
it was projected that the corona vaccine would be available by 2022,
but I got delighted to read the news that the vaccine is now available.
My friend shared the link of this news with me, and I read it with
curiosity.
I learnt that now many countries like Britain, Russia, and India had
developed the vaccine, and soon, it will be available in the market. This
news is really reassuring because people are living in fear because of
the corona. This disease is contagious and fatal, but now patients do
not have to worry because they can be treated.
With mass production soon, the vaccine will be available worldwide,
and everyone would be injected to safeguard against the coronavirus.
Explain how you felt about this piece of international news? I
immediately shared this news with my family members and also on
different social networking platforms such as Facebook, whatsapp,
instagram, and others. Now I am in the regular habit of following
international news.
Part 3
Example questions
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Describe a part of a city or a town you enjoy spending time in

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where it is?
what it is like?
what do you do there?
and explain why you enjoy spending time there?
Well, I live in Lahore,which is well known. Its One of the major cities of
Punjab. There are numerous places where people can spend their
leisure time, like shahi qila and so on.
Where it is? However, my favorite part is a park close to my house, and
I regularly visit there. At first, I got to know about this Park when my
friend called me to meet there.
What it is like? and What do you do there? When I entered into it, I
was quite impressed by the appearance as there are many amenities
provided, such as a jogging track, gymnasium, fun rides for children,
etc. I like to go jogging in this Park in the morning as the atmosphere is
entirely and Pleasant, due to which I can easily concentrate on my
activities.
Why you enjoy spending time there? Moreover, I love to walk on the
grass in Summers’s morning as it makes me feel relaxed. Apart from it,
whenever I am stressed or feeling down in the dumps, I visit this place
since the birds’ chirping, different colors of flowers, and people
enjoying it makes me happy.
So, this is a place which I like the most in my town.
Part 3
1.How do public places change in towns or cities?
Public places change in towns or cities because of the public demand.
With the changing times, the new generations want new and
modernized facilities. The administration sometimes makes changes to
public places like bus stops with the help of technology, for example,
automatic ticket counters. There are also some NGOs or big companies
that provide amenities at public spaces for the disabled or for the old
age people so public places do change with time. At the same time,
public places in towns and cities also deteriorate with time.
2. What public places do old people usually go?
The senior citizens visit public places like parks and Gardens. It is a
good medical treatment the senior citizens nowadays are active so they
also enjoy in the markets. They like to window shop or go to cafes.
Drama and theatre is another passion that is Catching up with the =
older generation here they can enjoy and watch plays and live
programs at and economical cost.
3. Why do young people like to go to public places?
Young people like to go to public places because they enjoy outdoor
activities. At the same time, most of the public places are pocket-
friendly as compared to expensive dining out or watching a movie.
Another reason for the popularity of public places among the younger
generation could be that here they can have small gatherings and also
watch other people of the same generation.
4. Will more people move to cities in the future?
There is certainly a demographic shift from the villages to the cities and
we will see this trend in the future as well. I think cities offer more
amenities in terms of education, healthcare as well as entertainment so
people will continue to migrate from the villages to the cities to enjoy
all these facilities.
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Describe a country where you would like to work for a short time.

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Where you would like to work?
What kind of job would it be?
When would you like to go?
Why you want to work there?

Well, it would be a great opportunity for me if I get to work in a

different country for a short period of time, and for this, I will definitely
choose Canada.
What kind of job would it be? and When would you like to go?
Actually, I have just completed my graduation and I am planning to
move to Canada for my higher study. I am planning to choose a two
years diploma in hospitality, and during this time, I would like to work.
Why you want to work there? I would choose to work with big brands
in the hospitality industry, for example, 5-star hotels, like Westin,
Crowne plaza.
There are quite a few reasons why I work along with my studies. First of
all, to manage my expenses, by working, I would be able to earn
enough money, so that I can manage my expense. So, working here will
make me a little independent as well.
In addition, most of the big brands like Westin, holiday inn in the world
of hospitality, so I would like to work in these companies so that i can
get international exposure and get familiar with the international
working atmosphere as well.
There is another reason why I want to work here, and that is to
coordinate what I will learn in the classroom with the actual practical
experience. So it would be a big benefit for me, because after
completing my study, “if I would be applying for a job, I can get benefit.
Last but not least, Canada is a multicultural society, and I would get
familiar with people from different parts of the world at my work place,
so it would be a great opportunity for me to understand different
cultures, their languages, and many other things by interacting with
them.
Overall, it would be a fantastic thing for me to work, and after
completing this short period of time in Canada, I would come back to
my country and get settled here.
Part 3
1. What kinds of jobs are easy to get to a foreign country?
My cousin, who lives in Canada, tells me that many jobs are easy to get
for students studying there. The most common ones are the jobs in
restaurants or fast food outlets like McDonald’s, Burger King, Subway,
and those in the college campus itself, like jobs in the library, etc.
2. Should young adults work abroad?
Yes, young adults should work abroad for several reasons, like taking
care of their overhead expenses, taking the financial burden off their
parents’ shoulders, becoming more independent and responsible, and
gaining experience about the work culture, which would help them in
their future. It is also an excellent way to learn about that country’s
culture and meet new people and make friends.
3. If they do not work abroad, would it help them travel to a foreign
country?
Yes, travelling is definitely helpful. They would come to know about the
culture, meet new people, see new places, and make new connections.
However, if they don’t work, they may not be able to afford to travel.
4. Do Pakistani parents encourage their children to work abroad?
Yes, Pakistani parents encourage their children to work abroad. They
prepare their children well before they travel abroad, about the
situations and hardships they may have to face and the importance of
working while studying there to cover their expenses and gain work
experience.
5. If you had an opportunity to live abroad, which country would you
like to settle down in?
If I can live abroad, I would like to settle in a developed country, like
Canada, Australia, the USA, etc. I have heard from my friends and
relatives living abroad that life there is very comfortable, with better
facilities and infrastructure. They also tell me that the standard of living
is very high there, as compared to Pakistan. Also, there are a lot of job
opportunities available there.
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Describe an area of science that interests you.

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What is it?
How did you learn about it?
Why are you interested in it?

Honestly speaking, I am not too fond of science, especially physics and

chemistry, but I like to learn biotechnology.
It is an exciting subject. It is not only about the human body, but
provide information about plants and animals also.
How you learned about it? I started taking an interest in that subject
when I was in 10th classes. I used the internet along with books and
notes, which were provided by class teachers.
I think the internet is the best way to learn a practical subject because a
student can watch different videos of a single topic, which makes it
easy to understand the challenging topic.
Why are you interested in it? I like biotechnology very much because,
with the help of this subject, now I know very well how to maintain the
body physically and mentally fit. I am fond of planting, and I plant a
variety of flowers and trees in my home. I take care of these very well
because I have excellent knowledge about the environment, and it is
possible with the help of biotechnology. So these are the things which I
like about science.
Part 3
1. What’s the best invention in the past hundred years?
I think there are many inventions which have transformed our lives, but
I think the invention of the internet has had the maximum impact.
Today, we have endless information available at our fingertips, and we
can communicate with anyone sitting anywhere.
2. What’s the influence of science on human life?
I think there are two main influences of science. First, science brings
logic and reasoning in human life. It reduces the impact of superstition
and makes us more open-minded and accepting of others. Second,
science and inventions have made our life much more comfortable as
compared to the past.
3. What can individuals do for scientific research?
I think most science inventions happen accidentally. Individuals see a
need, and they come up with an idea to address that need. That is how
new inventions take place. Individuals can also donate money to the
scientific organisation to fund scientific research.
4. What influence can international cooperation in science bring about?
There main challenges to scientific research in today’s time is the lack
of funding and lack of access to information. International cooperation
can address both of them. If countries share funds and their
knowledge, scientific research would definitely receive a boost.
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Describe a long car journey you went on.
You should say:
Where you went?
What you did at that place?
Who you went there with?
Explain why you went on that journey by car?

Where you went? and Who you went there with? Well, travelling is my
passion I never miss an opportunity to travel to new places Though for
long journeys as a family we prefer to travel by train but, I would take
this opportunity to talk about the time when I travelled with my family
for a long car journey. In fact, is that lately we had few holidays and we
decided to utilize by travelling to Islamabad.
Islamabad is actually a city approximately 650 kilometres from my
hometown. Since we wanted to have a comfortable ride. So, we
decided to travel in our personal car instead of public transport. Now
the journey was long, so we decided to start early in the morning.
We loaded our car with luggage an evening prior and at sharp 4 AM, we
started our journey. In early morning hours, the weather is always very
pleasant, and there is no rush on the roads at all. That’s the reason why
by 10 AM in the morning we covered much distance. At this time, we all
were quite hungry and wanted to have breakfast.
So, we stopped at a restaurant on the way and after having breakfast
we recommenced our journey, and now we had to cover another 300
kilometres, the weather suddenly chancy and dark clouds overcast the
sky and its started to rain. But, because of the weather become really
pleasant. I must say it is a very beautiful state. We enjoyed some
breathtaking sand dunes on both sides of the road.
What you did at that place? and Explain why you went on that
journey by car? In fact, we stopped at few points as well to click some
photographs to preserve the memories of this drive, when we were just
about 50 kilometres from islamabad, we got to know from the locals
that there is a beautiful resort which is about 30 kilometres off the
road. Since we were travelling in our own car, we decided to visit this
resort as well.
In fact, by visiting this resort, we had a little break, and we got a chance
to relax as well. After that, we finally headed towards murree, and by
around 6 in the evening, we reached murree, and we checked into our
hotel.
Since we were travelling in our own car, that’s why it was much
comfortable, and we were’ not much tired as well.
Part 3
1. What will cars be like in the future?
What the future has in store no one can tell, but as far as I can see
there will be cars running on alternative sources of energy. Already we
have cars which do not use petrol or diesel and run on electricity.
However in future we may see cars running on solar power, biodiesel or
other alternative sources. We may even see flying cars.
2. What’s the difference between men’s and women’s preference on
cars?
Well, nowadays, the gender difference is disappearing, so there is no
difference in men’s women’s choice about the car. Some people like big
cars while some like small cars. Both males and females preferred care
that provides comfort while driving, and it does not matter how big or
small it is.
3. What are the differences between bicycles and private cars?
A huge difference we can see between both bicycles and cars. Firstly is
the cost, bicycles are very cheaper than cars. Second is, bicycles are
environmentally friendly because they do not produce any pollution,
but cars polluted the air. Moreover, the bicycle does not require any
fuel and license to operate, but cars required these things. There is only
one disadvantage of using a bicycle: care is safer than it. In addition to
this, only two or one people can use it at a time, but the whole family
has to go out together by car.
4. Why do people like to have private cars?
There are many reasons why people like to have a private car. First is,
people buy a vehicle to show their high status. Second, cars are very
comfortable for long-distance because vehicles can cover the long-
distance within a few minutes or hours. Moreover, it is beneficial old
and disables people who can not use a bicycle and not able to walk
correctly.
5. Is it a good thing that everyone has his/her own cars?
As we know, the car is very beneficial, but it also has many drawbacks,
so it is not a good thing that everyone has his/her vehicle because it
increases traffic on roads and the pollution level also increases.
6. How to buy private cars in pakistan?
It is a straightforward process to buy a car. We can purchase a vehicle
from the showroom. There are two methods of payment first is to pay
the full amount of car at a time and set monthly installments.
7. Do many families own private cars in pakistan?
Yes, many families own a private car in my country. The main reason is
that it is private, and it is very affordable. Nowadays, every type of car
is available in the market, and people buy it according to their budget.
Sometimes if people do not afford a new car, they buy second-hand
vehicles also.
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Describe a place you visited that has been affected by pollution.

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Where is it?
When you visited this place?
What kind of pollution you saw there?
And explain how this place was affected?

The pollution is the biggest problem which is increasing at an alarming

rate all over the world. I think there is no place that is in the world,
which is pollution-free.
Where is it? Here I am going to talk about a city Karachi. which is very
polluted. People are suffering from many health-related problems
because of air pollution, water and noise pollution.
When you visited this place? I went there in January this year. I went to
visit there. The place is very famous for a different thing.
What kind of pollution you saw there? Traffic is very high in this city
which not only increases air pollution but creates noise pollution also
which affect children study and health. I saw people clean only their
house, shops and put the waste on the road or in the open area, which
increases pollution.
Explain how this place was affected? There are more than 50
industries some are IT and some manufacturing companies which
produce much waste which polluted water. Some time this polluted
water mixed with drinking water which affects people’s health. I took a
sigh of relief when I came back from karachi because my eyes got
infected due to the air pollution.
Part 3
1. What kinds of pollution are serious in your country?
Well, all kinds of pollution like air, water, soil, and noise are serious in
my country. However, due to traffic and factories, air pollution is
increasing at an alarming rate.
2. What can individuals do to protect our environment?
Individuals can contribute in many ways, like they can use eco-friendly
things. People can clean their surroundings and plant new trees. They
can use a bicycle instead of a car to cover a short distance.
3. Do you think individuals should be responsible for pollution?
Yes, they are responsible for pollution. No one realizes their duties
toward nature and uses those things which pollute the environment.
People should reduce the usage of private vehicles, plastic, and many
other things that destroy nature and save the environment.
4. Why is there a need to involve government in environmental
protection?
There is a need to involve the government in environmental protection
because only the government can make the strict rules which people
have to follow if they do not do it then they have to pay heftily amount
as fine.
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. Describe a large company that you are interested in
You should say,
● what it is
● what it business it does
● how you know about it
● And explain how you feel about it
what it is? And what business it does? There are many large
companies in the world today. One that I’m interested in is “AT&T”.
“AT&T” stands for “American Telephone and Telegraph Company”. It is
a the field of telecommunications. They have carved a niche for
themselves in offering broadband and fixed-line telephone services
across the world.
(how you know about it) I got to know about it from my cousin who
served in the company for nearly five years. He was always my
inspiration, and I want to follow his footsteps.
(Explain how you feel about it) We had discussed many things about
the company, which increased my desire to work for it. They have a
fantastic work culture and ensure work-life balance. I have witnessed it
because my cousin took part in the county tennis matches, while he
worked there. I had never seen him complaining about work. Also, I
have my own plans for settling abroad and amassing wealth. Since my
cousin was able to work for five years, it is obvious that the attrition
rate is less. I have a fairly good amount of experience with
telecommunications company. So, I’m sure I will be able to crack the
interview with “AT&T”. Currently, I’m working on an important
assignment upon completion of which, I will apply for “AT&T”.
Part 3
1. What are the differences between a big company and a small
company?
Big companies work at the international level, so it is a status symbol to
work in these companies. The second advantage is that the company
offers an excellent salary to its employees and provides extra facilities
like traveling and health insurance.
Small companies: there are many small scale business which is only
limited in a single city or state. These companies offer small package
and do not provide extra facilities.
2. Are there many big companies in your country?
Yes, there are many big companies in my country. Like Reliance, Tata.
Many international companies also open their branches in pakistan.
3. What are the good things about working for a big company?
Big companies work at the international level, so it is a status symbol to
work in these companies. The second advantage is that the company
offers an excellent salary to its employees and provides extra facilities
like traveling and health insurance.
4. How can a small company grow big?
There are many methods through which a small company becomes a
big one. First is that the company can employ skilled and professional
workers. Second is the right market strategies very helpful in growing
business.
5. Should big companies donate more to charities?
Yes, they should donate more to NGOs. Ordinary people can provide
small help like food and clothes, but only big firms can provide financial
support to charities through which poor children get proper education
and life.
6. Should big companies be punished more seriously if they break the
law?
No, I think the law is equal for all, so it does not matter how big or small
the company is.
7. Are there any big companies in your hometown?
I belong to a small city/ village, so there is no big company in my
hometown.
8. Is it difficult to get a promotion in a large company?
Yes, it is tough to get promotions in a big company because many
skilled and professional people work there, so it is tough to beat them.
Moreover, it is possible only when a person works very hard and has
the right patient level.
Cue card 74
Talk about a new public building or place, which you would like to visit.

You should say:

Which building/place is it?
Where is it?
When would you like to visit it?
Why do you want to visit it?
Which building/place is it and Where?
I’m going to tell you about a new skyscraper located at the heart of Ho
Chi Minh City, and it’s currently the highest building in Southeast Asia,
with 81 floors. I actually got to know this building when I moved to Ho
Chi Minh City for my university life.
How you get there? It is very accessible to get to the building since
public transport is always available. I usually take a bus, which drops
me off directly at the building.
What it looks like? The bottom half of the tower is filled with shopping
malls and advanced types of entertainment, and the top half is offices
for lease. The offices are really high-priced due to the location and
views, which make them very desirable. Not only is it one of the highest
skyscrapers in the city, but it also possesses an eye-catching
architectural design, which is likely to absorb any one’s attention. The
original design of this tower is inspired by bamboo trees, which
symbolizes the solidarity and strength of the Vietnamese people.
and explain why you like this place? and Why do you want to visit it?
I have definitely fallen for the design of this tower since it absolutely
stands out. Recently, it has become a famous landmark in the city.
Especially, there are lively bars, restaurants on the 77th floor, which will
give you a magnificent view as there are no walls, so you can enjoy the
city in any direction. I would highly recommend anyone who visits this
tower to go there and give it a try.
Part 3
1. What measures should be taken to deal with damage to public
facilities?
The government should use two methods. First, appoint people for the
maintenance of these facilities and should fix a small amount for these
facilities. Another technique is there are some areas where the
government cannot appoint people, so in these places to install CCTV
cameras.
2. What is the difference between the old facilities and new facilities?
Parks and libraries were famous facilities which people used to spend
their free time. On the other hand, nowadays people use new facilities
like gyms and leisure places which are based on technology.
3. What are the facilities do young people and older adults like in your
country?
Well, older adults like to spend time in the library and parks with
his/her friends, but young people want to use the gym and leisure
centres.
4. What is the difference between facilities in the countryside and the
ones in the cities?
Education and health facilities are available in both places, but
entertainment facilities and shopping malls are only available in cities.